Illinois land grant, 1817 November 29.

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Illinois land grant, 1817 November 29.

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Fifth President of the United States. Signed document granting Benjamin Blanchard one hundred and sixty acres in the Illinois territory. Includes woodcut by Strong. Countersigned by Josiah Meigs, Commissioner of the General Land Office.

1 item. : vellum ; 25 x 36 cm.

Adelphi University, Swirbul Library

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Adelphi University, Swirbul Library

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