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SCRAPBOOKS

 Series
Identifier: 2

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Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

The papers of Lester J. Dickinson consist of 3.5 linear feet of manuscripts dating from 1898 to 1955. Documenting his political career, the collection includes speeches, correspondence, photographs, scrapbooks, clippings, and campaign material. Most of the material is from the 1920s and 1930s, while some of the photographs are from earlier years. L.J. Dickinson donated his papers to The University of Iowa Libraries in 1959. They are available for research by students and scholars.

Dates

  • Creation: 1898-1955
  • Creation: Majority of material found within 1920-1939

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open for research.

Extent

From the Collection: 3.50 Linear Feet (Photographs box 3 and scrapbook)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the University of Iowa Special Collections Repository

Contact:
Special Collections Department
University of Iowa Libraries
Iowa City IA 52242 IaU
319-335-5921
319-335-5900 (Fax)