Dorothy R. Parker D'Arcy McNickle research papers, 1863-1989 (bulk 1904-1989).

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Dorothy R. Parker D'Arcy McNickle research papers, 1863-1989 (bulk 1904-1989).

Papers assembled by Dorothy R. Parker during research for her biography of D'Arcy McNickle, a North American Indian activist, author, government employee, and professor.

1.5 cubic ft. (4 boxes)

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Newberry Library

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