Statement of collections made to the Auditor of Public Accounts, 1917-1934.

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Statement of collections made to the Auditor of Public Accounts, 1917-1934.

Dept. of Public Works and Buildings Division of Waterways revenue statements record canal operational receipts including building rent; canal property leases; tolls; right-of-way uses; bridge use fees; and certified copies of records.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7392541

Illinois State Archive

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