[Plats of Indian grants and reserves in Ohio and Indiana]. 1823-1840.

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[Plats of Indian grants and reserves in Ohio and Indiana]. 1823-1840.

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20 plats on 13 sheets : photocopies ; 42 x 52 cm. or smaller.

Ohio History Connection, Ohio Historical Society

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SNAC Resource ID: 6818311

Ohio History Connection, Ohio Historical Society

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