Pratt Family papers, 1825-1950.

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Pratt Family papers, 1825-1950.

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The Pratt Family Papers spans the years 1811-1950. It contains historical correspondence and diaries related to the early settlement of the San Joaquin Valley. In addition, the collection includes Pratt's draft notes and tapes used in the development of her three books. There are many historical photographs of the family and of farm machinery. Also included in the collection are a wooden die cast mold of the word Caterpillar, and a forty-five-star flag said to have flown over the Zinc House stage coach stop.

3.2 linear ft.

University of California, Davis, Shields Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7659541

University of California, Davis, Shields Library

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