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Copy of Letter from Chief John Ross to Georgia Governor George R. Gilmer, April 6, 1838

 Item — Folder: 333
Identifier: 4026.556-.1

Description

Copy of letter from Chief John Ross to Georgia Governor George R. Gilmer assuring him that Cherokee intentions are peaceful. (Moulton) Single folded sheet of paper with handwritten text in ink on four pages. Folder 333

Inscription(s)

Inscribed in ink on recto, "Copy"

Dates

  • April 6, 1838

Creator

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

Materials in English

Access Restrictions

Available by appointment only at the Helmerich Center for American Research (HCAR) with the exception of materials with donor restrictions. Contact Library staff in advance to inquire if materials exist pertaining to your research interests.

Extent

From the Collection: 11 Linear Feet

Bibliography

Moulton, Gary E., ed. The Papers of Chief John Ross. 2 vols. Norman: University of Oklahoma Press, 1985. (E99 C5 R82 1985 vol. 1). Page(s): 624-625

Medium

ink on paper

Signed

Signed, "John Ross"

Dimensions

Overall: 9 × 11 1/2 in. (22.9 × 29.2 cm) Folded: 9 × 5 3/4 in. (22.9 × 14.6 cm)

Source

Creator

Repository Details

Part of the Gilcrease Museum/Helmerich Center for American Research Repository

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