Pierson, William S. Papers, 1795-1906

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Pierson, William S. Papers, 1795-1906

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The William Pierson Collection, 1795-1906, includes correspondence, legal papers, financial papers, printed materials, land documents, broadsides, newspapers, and maps relating to Pierson's business dealings and partnerships; Pierson's dealings in railroads; his assignment during the Civil War; and Texas legislative documents and maps.

7 ft., 8 in.

University of Texas Libraries

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University of Texas Libraries

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