Returns of votes for state representatives, 1778-1866.

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Returns of votes for state representatives, 1778-1866.

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The state secretary holds constitutional and statutory responsibilities for elections. Returns of votes for representatives in the Massachustts General Court were transmitted by municipalities to the secretary.

18.75 cubic ft. (15 record center cartons)Index 0.1 cubic ft. (ca. 900 cards ; 8 x 13 cm. in 1 box)

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