Test book, 1851-1979.

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Test book, 1851-1979.

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Primarily a record of oaths sworn by attorneys and other court officers. Originals for 1851-1916 only, subsequent records available on microfilm only. For earlier entries see the Test Book, Eastern Shore series [MSA S0432] and the GENERAL COURT OF THE EASTERN SHORE Test Book series [MSA S0490]. Indexed by the Test Book, Index series [MSA S0433].

.5 cubic ft.

Maryland State Archives

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