Local history collection, 1838-1971.

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Local history collection, 1838-1971.

Contains a variety of materials related to Leonard Hill's interest in Piqua, Ohio area history. Included are an early 19th century farmer's diary, a canalboat log book, various clippings and magazine articles pertaining to local history and genealogy.

1 linear ft.

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Hill, Leonard

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Native of Peterborough, N.H.; and shopkeeper of a general store during the boom town years of the Mormon community of Nauvoo, Ill. established by Joseph Smith. Hill was a contributor to the construction of the Mormon temple begun by Smith in 1840. When the Mormons left Nauvoo in 1846, Hill possibly accompanied them and set up business again in Salt Lake City. From the description of Account book : Nauvoo, Ill., 1843-1869. (Newberry Library). WorldCat record i...