Lewis Marion Dunton papers, 1905-1936 (bulk 1920-1933).

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Lewis Marion Dunton papers, 1905-1936 (bulk 1920-1933).

Collection consists of correspondence and other papers relating primarily to Dunton's activities as secretary-treasurer of the Claflin University Endowment Fund and as president of the Dunton Memorial and Recreation Association including financial statements of the Endowment Fund, writings of Dunton's programs, legal papers, receipts, and newspaper clippings.

2.5 linear ft.

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SNAC Resource ID: 8057402

Claflin College

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