Payrolls : Boston, [1749 Feb., no day].

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Payrolls : Boston, [1749 Feb., no day].

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Payrolls for the period 1 November 1747 to 25 December 1748 for two independent companies of foot raised for reinforcement of the garrison at Annapolis Royal. Both are signed by Gov. William Shirley.

2 items (2 p.) ; 42 cm. folded to 33 cm. or smaller.

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