Russell, Charles Arden, papers, 1839-1935

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Russell, Charles Arden, papers, 1839-1935

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Comprising seven typescript volumes of correspondence, diary excerpts, speeches, muster rolls, deeds, account papers, notes, and literary productions, the Charles Arden Russell Papers, 1839-1935, document Russell's legal and political career and his family's social affairs.

7 vols.

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