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Mr. & Mrs. John K. Wells' Oral History

This is the oral history of Mr. and Mrs. John K. Wells. They were interviewed by Betty Turnell on June 22, 1986. The interview includes their childhoods, and John's career in life insurance.

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Photo of 2nd. Lt. Robert B. Wilcox in flight uniform with name tag

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Herald and Review Library: Wilcox, 2nd Lt. Robert B., Article on back of photo; "At Salt Lake City; Second Lieut. Robert B. Wilcox has reported to…