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circa November 1813

Gwinnett, Button, 1735-1777

Map

Title: [Map of Button Gwinnett's estate]

Hand sketched map of Gwinnett's estate in Georgia of 1450 acres showing the bordering properties. Mentions neighboring properties of James Spalding and Mary Maxwell. Circa date from typed label originally accompanying the document upon acquisition.

GLC00658.02

February 19, 1773

Gwinnett, Button, 1735-1777

Document signed

Title: Receipt for 4 pounds s2 from Levi Sheftall (Savannah)

Received as part of debt owed by Mordecai & Levi Sheftall

GLC00083

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