Ledbetter, Lena Dancy, papers, 1830-1950

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Ledbetter, Lena Dancy, papers, 1830-1950

Correspondence, clippings, printed materials, postcards, books, and photographs comprise the Lena Dancy Ledbetter Papers, 1830-1950, which pertain to Ledbetter's reminiscences and activities as a member of many community associations and an amateur composer.

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SNAC Resource ID: 8033658

University of Texas Libraries

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