Thomas Kilgore, Jr. papers, 1900-2000 (bulk 1962-1998).

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Thomas Kilgore, Jr. papers, 1900-2000 (bulk 1962-1998).

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/701365235

The collection consists of manuscripts, drafts of sermons, church and personal correspondence and photographs of Dr. Thomas Kilgore, pastor of the Second Baptist Church of Los Angeles from 1963-1985 and a noted civil rights and civic leader.

12 linear ft. (10 boxes)

University of Southern California, USC Libraries

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SNAC Resource ID: 8005034

University of Southern California, USC Libraries

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