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Fred A. Rosenstock collection of slavery records, 1802-1913

 Series
Identifier: MSS 1448 Series 7

Scope and Contents note

Copy of House Bill #919, "An act providing for an exhibition and celebration to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the emanciaption of the Negro," but primarily material regarding the sales, deaths, emancipations, etc. of slaves in Illinois, Kentucky, Missouri, Tennessee, Virginia, and unknown locations.

Dates

  • Other: 1802-1913

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Documents with signature value have been photocopied and the originals placed in the vault.

Conditions Governing Use

It is the responsibility of the researcher to obtain any necessary copyright clearances. Permission to publish material from Fred A. Rosenstock collection must be obtained from the Supervisor of Reference Services and/or the L. Tom Perry Special Collections Board of Curators.

Biographical History

From the Collection:

Rare bookdealer.

Extent

1 folder

Language of Materials

English

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