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[ New Search ] Bancroft Library, CA: Preserving Historical Documents Location : CA Agency : WPA Owner : NARA (SPB) Medium : B&W Photo Control Number : Neg 20815-C Enlarged Image Description : WPA assistants are aiding in translating, editing, and recopying a series of documents relating to the history of the Pacific Coast with introductions based on research at the Bancroft Library of the University of California. Official Project #165-03-6999. Photo shows the WPA assistants photographing some of the many valuable manuscripts and literary treasures of the Bancroft library as a method of preserving the originals. Listed Under: [Professional Services][Museum Work]