James M. Ashley papers, 1866-1869.

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James M. Ashley papers, 1866-1869.

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James M. Ashley served as Montana Territorial governor form 1869 to 1870. This collection consists of a copy of a letter (December 26, 1866) from several Montanans protesting actions of the first two territorial legislatures; and a copy of Ashleys' message (1869) to the 6th territorial Legislative Assembly. Collection consists of a copy of a letter (December 26, 1866) from several Montanans to Congressman Ashley, protesting actions of the first two territorial legislatures; and a copy of Ashleys' message (1869) to the 6th territorial Legislative Assembly.

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