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John Butler

“Orange County sheriff in War of Regulation, 1770-1771; brigadier general, N.C. militia, 1777-84. Lived ¼ mi. N.”

State historical marker: G-128: John Butler

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House Joint Resolutions: April 21-June 3

North Carolina. General Assembly · 1763

Apr. 21: Resolution replacing certificate lost by John Hogan (petition and depositions only) Apr. 22: Resolution in favor of Martin Palmer Apr. 23: Resolution in favor of Joseph Moore Apr. 23: Resolution in favor of Tho…

Joint Select Committees: reports and papers Apr. 19-May 2

North Carolina. General Assembly · 1763

Apr. 23: Petition of John Fleetwood of Wayne County Apr. 24: Petition of David Dodd of Duplin County Apr. 25: Committee examining militia law (message only) Apr 25: Committee report on the claim of Basel Smith Apr. 25: …

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