Michigan., 01/01/1814-12/31/1814

File — Box: 9, Folder: 4

Identifier: 79702

Michigan.

Series-level Scope and Content Note

From the Series:

Contains manuscripts, correspondence, and other documents relating to Native American linguistics and history. Includes many original documents. Numerous grammars and vocabularies are retained. Arranged alphabetically by name of Native American language/tribe. This series comprises boxes 7-11 of the Shea Papers.

Dates

01/01/1814-12/31/1814

Collection-level Access Restrictions

Most manuscripts collections at the Georgetown University Booth Family Center for Special Collections are open to researchers; however, restrictions may apply to some collections. Collections stored off site require a minimum of three days for retrieval. For use of all manuscripts collections, researchers are advised to contact the Booth Family Center for Special Collections in advance of any visit.

Conditions Governing Access note

Extent

From the Collection: 24.25 Linear Feet (39 boxes)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Additional Description

Shelf Location

09/10/02

Container Summary

1 AM: "A British Proclamation" denouncing actions of British troops in Michigan Territory. References to General William Hull, the Indian allies of the British, and General William Henry Harrison. Begins, "A proclamation has been issued by the Governor General of the British Provinces, dated Quebec, January 12, in which he attempts to justify the barbarity and the depredations on private property committed by the troops under his command on the north-western and northern frontier," 2 pages. Signed "Whig," Circa 1814.

Subjects and Associated Physical Materials

MICHIGAN TERRITORY - PROCLAMATION: DENOUNCING BRITISH ATROCITIES 1814?: Other Types

HULL, WILLIAM - REFERENCE (1814?): Other Types

HARRISON, WILLIAM HENRY - REFERENCE (1814?): Other Types