Seattle Parks Department Property Acquisition Records 1908-1977 1966-1975

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Seattle Parks Department Property Acquisition Records 1908-1977 1966-1975

Records documenting the acquisition of properties for park purposes.

14 cubic feet; 14 boxes

eng,

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SNAC Resource ID: 6369444

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