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| | McKEAN, Thomas (1734-1817) Guide to Research Papers |
 | | The papers of Thomas McKean contain correspondence with prominent people of the time, relating to the events of the Revolution. |
 | | The papers include letters from George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, Samuel Adams, John Laurens, Caesar Rodney, and others, 1759-1847; letters to Thomas McKeans wife, 1775-1806; commissions, diplomas, and miscellaneous documents, 1777-1802; pamphlet, Discourse of a Vacuum, 1752; book of poetry and songs; and Thomas McKeans charges to grand juries on his circuit, 1777-1779. |
 | | A warrant from John Penn from July 10, 1765, authorizing Richard McWilliam to affix the seal to Thomas McKeans appointment as justice of the peace in New Castle. |
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