Special studies and reports to the governor, 1841-1844.

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Special studies and reports to the governor, 1841-1844.

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These reports and studies were prepared in response to requests from Governor Robert Letcher. Among the reports are figures of tolls collected on certain turnpikes and figures on the financial condition of the Kentucky State Penitentiary.

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Kentucky Department of Libraries and Archives, Kentucky State Archives

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