Published 2003
by Printed and bound by the Ace Book Bindery Co. in Oklahoma City, Okla .
Written in English
Edition Notes
Includes bibliographical references.
Other titles | Fred Olds |
Statement | written and compiled by Gayle Goodman from taped interviews with Mr. Olds, research of his collection of photographs and memorabilia, and historical data records. |
Genre | Biography. |
Contributions | Olds, Fred. |
Classifications | |
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LC Classifications | N6537.O423 G66 2003 |
The Physical Object | |
Pagination | 1 v. (various pagings) : |
ID Numbers | |
Open Library | OL3322105M |
LC Control Number | 2004275742 |
OCLC/WorldCa | 56960350 |
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