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This is not a review but a statement as I am in possession of William Howell and Rebecca T Howell's deed of 1861 sold to one john Craig 1861. The parcel was sold for approx. $500.00. The deed does state he was a Manufacturer of Paper Hangings.I would give more in depth details but I am sure you know that the handling of these old deeds can be difficult and will also cause any further damage. I just thought you might like to know what went on during 1861 with the Howell Family. All signatures on deed.
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This is one of the most wonderful source books for Philadephia early history. Full of anecdotal details, engravings, with a great index that picks up the names of prominent local persons, taverns, etc. Google, please digitize the first two volumes!
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| Title | History of Philadelphia, 1609-1884, Volume 3 History of Philadelphia, 1609-1884, John Thomas Scharf Library of American civilization Pennsylvania county and regional histories |
| Authors | John Thomas Scharf, Thompson Westcott |
| Publisher | L. H. Everts & Company, 1884 |
| Length | 2239 pages |
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