George W. Herbert : papers, 1854-1871.

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George W. Herbert : papers, 1854-1871.

Papers mainly relating to Herbert's work as a member of the Louisville City Council and as chairman of its finance committee, especially concerning his report to the City Charter Convention in 1869; and the failure of the Mechanics' Bank of Louisville due to a robbery.

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The Filson Historical Society

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