Records 1806-1938 MSS #46 bulk, 1820-1860.

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Records 1806-1938 MSS #46 bulk, 1820-1860.

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Records include council minutes, bills and receipts, petitions, contracts, election papers, correspondence, reports, ordinances, treasurer's warrants, and other sundry items. The records consist of general records and standing committee records that document the daily administration of the Council from 1816 until the mid 1870s.

7 linear ft.

Historical Society of Western Pennsylvania, Heinz History Center Detre Library and Archives

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SNAC Resource ID: 7392237

Historical Society of Western Pennsylvania, Heinz History Center Detre Library and Archives

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