Papers. 1898-1930.

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Papers. 1898-1930.

Army officer. Orders, 1898-1916; papers concerning the 42nd or "Rainbow" division including a brief history of the 42nd and extracts of General Pershing's communique relating to the 42nd; correspondence with Pershing and MacArthur regarding the 42nd division; papers concerning relief of General Brown from command of 84th Infantry; papers dealing with Army Air Service; congratulatory letters, 1918-1921; letters of recommendation and commendation written by Menoher; correspondence and memorabilia; commentary on "Sudan--the goal" by Junius Wood; letters regarding retirement, 1926; news articles.

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