Adriance, John, papers, 1832-1903.

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Adriance, John, papers, 1832-1903.

Papers deal primarily with the mercantile business carried on by Adriance with various partners over the years, the management of his agricultural interests and Waldeck Plantation, his investments in land, and his promotion of transportation in his area.

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