Records, 1816-1845.

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Records, 1816-1845.

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This series contains accounts and payrolls for supplies and artisans at the arsenal. The accounts contain the names of persons to whom payments were made, the amounts, and the dates paid. The payrolls contain names of artisans, dates of service, and rates of pay.

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