Gridley-Hitchcock family papers, 1860-2007, bulk 1860-1970.

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Gridley-Hitchcock family papers, 1860-2007, bulk 1860-1970.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/695692849

Diaries, photographs, and correspondence of members of the Gridley family.

1.3 linear ft. (3 boxes)

Newberry Library

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Newberry Library

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