Records, 1937-1968 (bulk 1957-1961).

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Records, 1937-1968 (bulk 1957-1961).

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Correspondence, minutes, reports, membership lists, clippings, pamphlets, and miscellaneous items, documenting the early development and activities of the council. The majority of the material spans the years 1957 through 1961.

3.3 linear ft.

The Jacob Rader Marcus Center of the American Jewish Archives

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The Jacob Rader Marcus Center of the American Jewish Archives

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