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George Read documents regarding the will of Ebenezer Howell, 1774-1791 (inclusive)

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Autograph documents produced by lawyer, signer of the Declaration of Independence, and U. S. Senator from Delaware, George Read. One document concerns payments in relation to the will of Ebenezer Howell. The other concerns the sale of Howell's tavern and land in Newark, Delaware, to Henry Darby, and subsequently to John Evans.

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [Contact Us]

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George Read letter to William and Samuel McAntier, 1786 july 19 (inclusive)

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1 item (2 pages)
Abstract:
Autograph letter produced by George Read, lawyer, signer of the Declaration of Independence and U. S. Senator from Delaware to William and Samuel McAntier concerning litigation triggered by a will that disrupted the McAntier family. The letter refers exclusively to Read's actions as lawyer for the McAntier family.

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [Contact Us]