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Series II: Legal Documents, 1754-1894, undated

 Series
Identifier: Series II

Scope and Contents

Included in this series are deeds of sale showing how General John Hodges acquired Wildwood and other property. Also included are wills, statements, a legal claim, and an 1809 land survey of the Western Branch land that Hodges eventually acquired. Items of special interest include a bill of sale for slaves and the 1754 will of William Hodges.

Dates

  • 1754-1894, undated

Extent

From the Collection: 2.00 Linear Feet

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open to researchers without restrictions.

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Creator

Repository Details

Part of the ODU Community Collections Repository

Contact:
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