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Collection ID: 0001 | Metadata type: TEI | TEI XML | Data

LJS Misc-5 Subscription for cutting a channel from Salem Creek :

Title

Subscription for cutting a channel from Salem Creek :

Call number

LJS Misc-5
(Philadelphia, University of Pennsylvania, Rare Book & Manuscript Library)

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Publisher

The University of Pennsylvania Libraries

Summary

Statement dated 20 Mar. 1770 of the reasons for cutting a channel between the main branch of Salem Creek and either a smaller branch or the Delaware River, which include addressing flooding and improving travel and trade, and the intention of subscribers to assist with the cost of the project. With one unclear signature and no associated subscription amount. Verso inscribed Subscription for cutting the Thoroughfare.

Extent

1 215 x 308 mm

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