Hiram Scofield papers, 1857-1906.

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Hiram Scofield papers, 1857-1906.

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Forty-four pocket diaries, 1857-1906 (lacking 1859-1861, 1868, 1877, 1884), documenting Scofield's Civil War service and his personal and professional life as a Washington, Iowa, lawyer. Also a few letters to his young daughters (including one from "Old Chris" or Santa Claus) and other miscellany.

2 cubic ft. (5 boxes)

Newberry Library

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