Homestead Papers

Patrick McIntyre purchased land and homesteaded land in Oregon.  The following "Homestead, Pre-Emption, and Commutation Proof - Testimony of Claimant" was filled out by Patrick McIntyre on April 9, 1887 and describes the land, how it has been improved and what crops are grown on the land.  He notes that he occupies the land with his wife and three children, but they are not named.  He reports he is a naturalized citizen.  He further states in December 1879 he began clearing the land and then building a cabin on the land prior to April 27, 1880.

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Source: National Archives, Land Entry Records for Patrick McIntyre, Patent certificate number 2318; Land Office: Oregon City, Oregon. Date of entry: April 10, 1889, 6 pages.