Deed, Land - Coulter Family

 
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Coulter land deed - signed by Gov. Rector
Deed, Land - Coulter Family
Coulter land deed - signed by Gov. Rector
Coulter land deed - signed by Gov. Rector

Deed, Land - Coulter Family

Object number2002.447.05
DateOctober 17, 1857
Mediumpaper and ink
DimensionsOverall: 8 1/2 x 14 in. (21.6 x 35.6 cm)
Credit LineOld State House Museum collection
Terms
  • Deed
DescriptionThe document is printed and written in black ink on blue paper. The document is a land deed for swamp and overflow land. The deed was issued by the State of Arkansas. The deed is a result of an 1850 act to allow AR to reclaim "Swamp Lands." The First page contains information about land acts and Coulter's land. The second page contains more description of the 80 acres in Union County and payment information. Coulter paid $40. The document is signed and sealed by Gov. Henry Rector on May 21, 1861.
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