Warrant receipts, 1837-1913.

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Warrant receipts, 1837-1913.

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Receipts were signed by waranteees or their representatives acknowledging warrant receipt from Auditor of Public Accounts. Each warrant entry includes warrant issuance date, number and amount; warantee name; payment purpose (i.e., services or labor performed; supplies or equipment provided; fees refunded); and warantee or representative signature.

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