Family papers, 1820-1869.

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Family papers, 1820-1869.

Family correspondence; legal documents (1825-1838); newspaper accounts of events (1838-1839); several handwritten books of poetry written by Cilley's wife, Deborah (Prince) Cilley; letters of condolence, including resolutions against dueling made by various town governments in Maine and New Hampshire (1838); printed booklet about the investigation into the circumstances of Cilley's death published by the U.S. House of Representatives; books dealing with the interests of Cilley family members; and other papers.

5.25 linear ft.

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