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Sandoz, Joel H., fl. 1840-1864 The Opelousas courier. [Vol. 11, no. 44 (February 6, 1864)]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05988.07 Author/Creator: Sandoz, Joel H., fl. 1840-1864 Place Written: Opelousas, Louisiana Type: Newspaper Date: February 6, 1864 Pagination: 2 p. : wallpaper ; 49 x 57.6 cm. Order a Copy

The raising of a "State Guard" to repress crimes and act as a police force. Information about a public sale of slaves and a $600 reward for runaways. French translation on right side. Lilac-colored grape and oak floral pattern wallpaper.

Sandoz, Joel H., fl. 1840-1864

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