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Jefferson County (Ky.)

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Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

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Bence family papers

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: S1841
Scope and Contents This collection contains deeds, indentures, mortgages, and banking and estate documents of the Bence family. Ranging from 1790 to 1885, the bulk of the land documents are related to property located in Jefferson County, Kentucky and Putnam County, Indiana. The collection also includes John A. Bence's certificate for his commission as first lieutenant in the "Washington Guards" signed by Indiana Governor Ashbel D. Willard on August 4, 1859; a certificate of exemption for permanent disability for...
Dates: 1790-1882
Found in: Rare Books and Manuscripts / Bence family papers

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