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Typed transcript of "The Trial of Calvin Coker" originally published in The Indian Journal
Native American, Cherokee
Handwritten copy of preliminary examination in the case of George Christy charged with the murder of Nicholas B. Saunders
Native American, Cherokee

Letter from W. H. Porter to Friend Eno

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Letter from W. H. Porter in Fort Smith, Arkansas, to Friend Eno. He states that George Johnson killed Old Wiley, an enslaved man belonging to Judge Wheeler, and that a five hundred dollar reward is being offered. Porter also warns Eno not to let another enslaved person named Arch Stand escape. Folder 37

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Title(s): 
Letter from W. H. Porter in Fort Smith, Arkansas, to Friend Eno regarding George Johnson killing a negro slave
Culture: 
Native American, Cherokee
Date: 
November 4, 1860
Materials/Techniques: 
ink on paper
Classification: 
Object Type: 
Accession No: 
3826.1286
Previous Number(s): 
77201
Department: 
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