Photostat copy of letter signed James Wilkinson, St. Louis, to James L. Donaldson, recorder of the Territory of Louisiana. Wilkinson warns Donaldson not to accept any plats of survey, unless they are done by the surveyor general or his deputies. Discusses the confusion caused by Judges Lucas and Easton because they are honoring land claims based on other surveys. (Donated by Dr. Clarence E. Carter, October 1953; original is in the National Archives.), 1805 Nov 25
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 5
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 Nov 25
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