Scope and Content: Per Resolves 1784, Oct Sess, c 64 (Nov. 8, 1784), the Massachusetts General Court allocated monies (increased per Resolves 1797, c 111 (Feb. 23, 1798)) to the commanding officers of militia artillery companies to create gun houses for storage of field pieces and related equipment.  To receive funds, each officer was required to post bond with the state treasurer.  Series includes such signed/sealed bonds directed to the treasurer from various locations including the District of Maine, as well as a copy of the 1784 resolve.
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