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1822 James Monroe Act...



Item # 210864

April 24, 1822

COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, April 24, 1822. On the front page under a woodcut of an eagle and shield is An Act to authorize the State of Illinois to open a canal through the public lands to connect the Illinois River with Lake Michigan, signed in type: James Monroe. Also two other acts and a resolution signed in type by Monroe as well. Other news of the day includes: "North West Coast" "Reduction Of The Army" and much more. Stray writing above the masthead, otherwise in good condition. 4 pages.

Category: Pre-Civil War