Draft of proposed act of incorporation of the Museum of Comparative Zoology, 1859.

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Draft of proposed act of incorporation of the Museum of Comparative Zoology, 1859.

Probably prepared for a meeting held on April 30, 1859, where votes were to be taken by the Trustees of the MCZ. This meeting ultimately led to the creation of the Museum.

1 item (2 p.) ; 25 cm.

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