James F. Joy papers, 1830-1902.

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James F. Joy papers, 1830-1902.

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Papers deal chiefly with the development of the railroad in the country, beginning in 1845, and shed light on the legal, real estate, monetary and industrial aspects of its promotion and operation. Other topics include papers on the Cassopolis fugitive slave case of the early 1850s, and the panic of 1837 and its effect on Michigan. Some letters deal with the railroad conspiracy case of 1850-51. Correspondents include Zachariah Chandler.

126 linear ft. (256 boxes, 1 wallet, 3 volumes, 1 large manuscript, 4 microfilm reels)

Detroit Public Library, Detroit Main Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7711783

Detroit Public Library, Detroit Main Library

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