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Notes of W.B. Douglas on early St. Louis, chiefly describing some of the early streets and how they came to be named such. Individuals mentioned: Mr. Archer, Mayor Ziegenhein, Admiral Dewey, Black Hawk, Piernas, Cruzat, deLayba, Trudeau, deLassus, DeVolsey, St. Ange, LaSalle, Frontenac, Iberville, and Bienville. Places mentioned: Canada, Louisiana, Carondelet, Bellefontaine Road, and St. Charles., No date

 Item — Box: 5

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

Collection of material pertaining to the history of the city of St. Louis. Includes original documents and letters and numerous articles and newsclippings referring to various aspects of life in St. Louis.

Dates

  • No date

Conditions Governing Access

The collection is open for research use.

Extent

From the Collection: 2.7 Cubic Feet ( (5 boxes; 1 oversize folder))

Language of Materials

English

Repository Details

Part of the Missouri Historical Society Library and Research Center Repository

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