The records of Mother Bethel A.M.E. Church [microform]. [1835?]-1972.

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The records of Mother Bethel A.M.E. Church [microform]. [1835?]-1972.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/8310158

Includes general records, minutes of the trustees and cash books, cash books and ledgers pertaining to the trustees, books relating to leaders and classes, records of special organizations and activities, and a collection of miscellany.

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Indiana University

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