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James Mills letter to H.W. Nixon

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Description: Letter from James Mills, Jr., to H.W. Nixon of the Citrus Historical Committee giving a brief biography of Mills' father, James Mills Sr. The biography focuses on Mills Sr.'s experiences with the citrus industry in California, including his various business associates and organizations. Written on James Mills Orchards Company letterhead.
Type: Manuscripts(Opens in new tab)
Production date: 1958, May 1.
Call number: mssHM 73660
Creator: Mills, James(Opens in new tab)
Provenance: Gift of James Mills, Jr., July 7, 1958.
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James Mills letter to H.W. Nixon

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