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Franklin, Robert Scott, 1872-. Robert Scott Franklin Scrapbook, ca. 1890-1931.

Disbound scrapbook compiled by Robert Scott Franklin of Chillicothe, Ohio, which includes the following: photostat of the diary of Lt. James Swearingen recording the march from Ohio to Chicago, April-Aug. 1803, to oversee the building of Ft. Dearborn; detailed genealogical notes on Swearingen, Strode, Worthington, and Franklin families; copies of Swearingen letters; 2 portraits of Swearingen, miscellaneous notes, and newspaper clippings.

0.1 linear feet (3 folders)

Subjects: Family Papers  

Call Number: Midwest MS 108

Location: 3a 35 3

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