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Western Ways writers and photographers have told the world about Sonora in national magazines, newspapers, and trade journals: here is the record

1940 to 1956
MS 170
Collection Guide

One scrapbook of newspaper and magazine articles about travel and recreation in Sonora, Mexico, 1940-1956; written and photographed by Western Ways staff and their associates. Includes color illustrations as well as black-and-white illustrations and original photographs. Some articles discuss aspects of local history and culture, such as jumping beans, festivals, and Spanish missions.

Included materials:
Photographs
Sketches
Manuscript
Subject Area:
Tourism
Journalism
Collection Area:
Borderlands

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