Papers, 1819-1967.

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Papers, 1819-1967.

SCOPE. Includes the legal, financial, personal and genealogical papers of Justice McReynolds. Papers concerning his professional career include correspondence, legal opinions, and financial transactions. Larger bulk of papers concerns his private life and family, and includes correspondence (originals and photostatic copies) and genealogical records.

7 boxes (3.1 linear ft.)

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