George B. Porter papers, 1812-1848

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George B. Porter papers, 1812-1848

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/612307033

Papers contain a diary of a journey to Green Bay to obtain a treaty with the Menominee Indians; correspondence about the Democratic party.

1.5 linear ft. (1 wallet, 1 volume, 1 large manuscript, 3 microfilm reels)

Detroit Public Library, Detroit Main Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7795082

Detroit Public Library, Detroit Main Library

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Charter, Francis.

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