Decree record, Western Shore, 1844-1851.

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Decree record, Western Shore, 1844-1851.

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Summaries of lower court proceedings and decisions concerning cases heard by the Court in Annapolis. Some include exhibits. See also the Decree Record series [MSA S0410].

2 cubic ft.

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