Charter, 1724, for Newcastle, Delaware.

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Charter, 1724, for Newcastle, Delaware.

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This manuscript is Sir William Keith's copy of the royal charter issued by George I.

32 p. : copy.

American Philosophical Society Library

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American Philosophical Society Library

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Keith, William, Sir, 1680-1749

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