Lowell Clark Pratt collection, 1959-1963 (bulk 1960-1962).

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Lowell Clark Pratt collection, 1959-1963 (bulk 1960-1962).

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The Lowell Clark Pratt collection, 1959-1963 (bulk 1960-1962) contains personal correspondence written (typed) by Lowell Clark Pratt to his daughter Lucia Gilbertson and her family, a few family photographs and news clippings, and includes excerpts from these letters complied by his grandson, Allan Gilbertson. This small collection of personal letters cover a wide range of subjects. The contents relate ordinary life events, accounts of local and national news, and news regarding college life at San Jose State and the interpersonal politics of the San Jose State College staff. This collection is arranged into one series: Lowell Clark Pratt Collection, 1959-1963 (bulk 1960-1962).

.88 linear feet (1 boxes).

San Jose State University

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San Jose State University

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