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Proclamation by Chief John Ross

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Draft copy of Proclamation by Chief John Ross. Calling upon Cherokee citizens to gather at Tahlequah on November 17 to consider sale of "Neutral Land" to pay debts of Nation. (Moulton). One sheet of paper with handwritten text in ink on recto and verso. Folder 997

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Title(s): 
Proclamation by Chief John Ross
Creator(s): 
John Ross (Subject)
Culture: 
Native American, Cherokee
Date: 
November 7, 1851
Materials/Techniques: 
ink on paper
Classification: 
Object Type: 
Accession No: 
4026.8440
Previous Number(s): 
56332
Department: 
Collection: 
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