Notices from Forest Commission and Commissioners of the Land Office approving sale of state lands
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Overview of the Records
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Scope and Content Note
This series consists of copies of resolutions by the Forest Commission approving applications to purchase Forest Preserve lands, pursuant to a law of 1893.
Each document gives name and address of applicant, location and acreage of parcel, and bid per acre. On the same sheet is a copy of the resolution of the Commissioners of the Land Office approving the sale. Usually receipts from the Treasurer's Office are attached. The endorsement bears a reference to Book of Special Deeds, lot and page number.
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