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Letters received, addressed to Rev. Van Goetham, but apparently sent to Amado Chaves, unsigned., 1926 Mar 10

 File — Folder: 39

Scope and Contents

Letter gives account of Van Pattens last interview with Pancho Villa by eyewitness. Interview ended minutes before an American rancher, Benton was shot (by Villa?), incident which caused great commotion in El Paso and throughout U.S.

Dates

  • 1926 Mar 10

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English, and Spanish.

Access Restrictions

None

Extent

From the Collection: 1.5 Linear Feet

Repository Details

Part of the New Mexico State Records Center and Archives Repository

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