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Unsigned letter, Philadelphia, to Dr. Wilkinson. Discusses the new constitution adopted by the Eastern states, Col. George Morgan’s proposals for the purchase of lands about Kaskaskias, and a newspaper story concerning the purchase of tobacco for New Orleans. (accession number 58-0048), 1788 July 2

 Item — Box: 1, Folder: 2

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

The collection consists primarily of correspondence to and from General James Wilkinson with several government officials and military officers. The bulk of the correspondence is dated 1805-1806, when Wilkinson served as governor of the Louisiana Territory, and discusses administrative affairs of the territory.

Dates

  • 1788 July 2

Conditions Governing Access

The collection is open for research use.

Extent

From the Collection: 0.15 Cubic Feet ( (8 folders))

Language of Materials

English

Repository Details

Part of the Missouri Historical Society Library and Research Center Repository

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