John Lukens papers, 1760-1788 1760-1788

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John Lukens papers, 1760-1788 1760-1788

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There are several letters which concern Lukens' official position as Surveyor-general, but the bulk of the collection is the 12 small survey books (1760-1775, ca. 108 p.). There are surveys of Philadelphia, particularly near the State House, now Independence Square; for a vineyard plantation in the Northern Liberties (1769); and for lands in Lancaster and Berks Counties.

12.0 Volume(s); 12 volumes, 106 p.; 4 items.

American Philosophical Society

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