Louis D. Scisco research collection, ca. 1924-1955.

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Louis D. Scisco research collection, ca. 1924-1955.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/70925858

Typescript and manuscript articles about the sixteen original land proprietors of the District of Columbia; articles on early American history; genealogical research on Sir Christopher Gardiner and others; typescript synopses of early District of Columbia records, including the first volume of the proceedings of the District of Columbia Commissioners, the Commissioners' first letter book, and a portion of the Commissioners' second letter book (1791-1795).

.45 cubic ft.

Historical Society of Washington, D.C.

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SNAC Resource ID: 8045312

Historical Society of Washington, D.C.

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