Welsh, Robert L. papers, 1959-1994.

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Welsh, Robert L. papers, 1959-1994.

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Five series: 1. Ecumenical Consultation of Christian Congregations, 1968-1992. 2. Ecumenical Housing, 1974-1994. 3. Iowa City Housing Commission, 1959-1975. 4. Johnson County Congregate Meals, 1976-1994. 5. Miscellaneous Activism, 1963-1994.

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