Jacob Freeman papers, 1935-1941.

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Jacob Freeman papers, 1935-1941.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/479619900

Series I. Correspondence, 1937-1941; Series II. Subject files, 1935-1939.

0.25 linear ft. (1 box).

Churchill County Museum

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SNAC Resource ID: 7587191

Churchill County Museum

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