Clara Shirpser papers : additions, 1945-1993.

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Clara Shirpser papers : additions, 1945-1993.

Consists of papers relating to her political activities including correspondence, clippings, memorabilia for the 1961 and 1965 inaugurals, scrapbooks and photographs. Also includes supplemental material for Oral History "One woman's role in Democratic Party politics," and original drawings and pastels, and biographical material on her second and third husbands.

2 boxes, 4 oversize boxes, and 1 oversize folder (1.5 linear ft.)

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SNAC Resource ID: 7673416

UC Berkeley Libraries

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