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GENERAL

 Series
Identifier: 1

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Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

The papers of Lot Abraham consist of one linear foot of manuscripts dating from 1843-1921. The papers are primarily concerned with his service in the 4th Iowa Cavalry during the Civil War. Included are his diaries and military records such as muster rolls, army purchase records, parole lists, etc. Other subject files relate to his civilian life as a farmer and Iowa State senator. There are business papers, family records, and correspondence, as well as diaries kept by both Lot Abraham and his wife, Sarah. One of the diaries is digizited and can be viewed at the Iowa Digital Library

94 items.

Dates

  • Creation: 1843-1921

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open for research.

Extent

From the Collection: 1.00 Linear Feet (94 items)

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)