Photostat copy of letter signed James L. Donaldson to James Wilkinson. Discusses Wilkinson’s proclamation that forbade individuals to survey without employing the surveyor general and how that irritated an officer named Lucas who stated that he would never be commanded by General Wilkinson. (Donated by Dr. Clarence E. Carter, October 1953; original is in the National Archives.), 1805
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 3
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
- 1805
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