[Biographical Sketch of Harris Kempner]

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Document discussing the life of Harris Kempner written by Harris Leon Kempner discussing his life from birth in Krzepitz (then in Russia), immigration to the United States, military service, and entrepreneurial activities.

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Kempner, Harris L. (Harris Leon), 1903-1987 December 3, 1934.

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Document discussing the life of Harris Kempner written by Harris Leon Kempner discussing his life from birth in Krzepitz (then in Russia), immigration to the United States, military service, and entrepreneurial activities.

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6 p. ; 26 x 21 cm.

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Biography of Harris Kempner detailing his life's achievements in work and with family. This version has a date and a signature by J. Evetts Haley.

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Kempner, Harris L. (Harris Leon), 1903-1987. [Biographical Sketch of Harris Kempner], text, December 3, 1934; (https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth1408134/: accessed April 18, 2026), University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu; crediting Rosenberg Library.

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