Kilgore (Joe M.) Papers, 1952-1969

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Kilgore (Joe M.) Papers, 1952-1969

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Correspondence, sound recordings, motion picture film reels, and photographs comprise the Joe M. Kilgore Papers, 1952-1969, documenting his political career in the Texas State House of Representatives and in the U.S. House of Representatives.

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