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Daily: 10 A.M.–5 P.M.
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1151 Oxford Road
San Marino, CA 91108
Rare Books
Thomas Hurley Brents
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Daily: 10 A.M.–5 P.M.
Closed on Tuesdays
1151 Oxford Road
San Marino, CA 91108
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Manuscripts
A collection of 460 items from 1850 to 1936, which consists of letters, documents, and manuscripts related to the life and activities of Joseph Lancaster Brent. Subject matter includes Brent's experiences and life in Southern California from 1850 to 1861; social and business affairs in California, Louisiana, and Maryland; the Civil War and the Confederate war effort in particular; the capture of the U.S. ironclad, "Indianola;" Brent's military promotions; United States foreign affairs, national defense, and economy. Significant persons represented in the collection include: Ignacio Del Valle, Winfield Scott Hancock, John Bankhead Magruder, Ygnacio Sepulveda, Richard Taylor, and Benjamin Davis Wilson.
mssBT
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Rare Books
309692
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Manuscripts
Correspondence of Thomas Hicks Wynne, mostly letters addressed to him relating to his historical interests, particularly his work on Historical documents from the Old Dominion (Richmond, Va., 1860-74. 5 v.). Also included are pieces dealing with the supplying of Confederate troops defending Richmond, Wynne's business career, discussion of state and national politics, current events, family news, and the settlement of Wynne's estate.
mssBR Boxes 133-137
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Manuscripts
Professional and personal papers of Otis R. Marston and his collection of the materials on the history of Colorado River and Green River regions.
mssMarston papers