Clifford C. Furnas papers, 1916-1978 bulk [1917-1969].

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Clifford C. Furnas papers, 1916-1978 bulk [1917-1969].

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/715438492

Collection contains personal papers, memorabilia, publications, clippings, scrapbooks, photographs from the professional and family life of Clifford C. Furnas mostly collected and arranged by his wife, Sparkle Moore Furnas.

108.5 linear feet (70 cartons, 3 manuscript boxes,15 flat boxes,1 oversize flat box, 1 envelope)

SUNY at Buffalo, University at Buffalo

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SUNY at Buffalo, University at Buffalo

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