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IV. Joseph Dorr Papers, 1794-1824

 Series
Identifier: SERIES IV.

Scope and Contents

Series IV. Joseph Dorr Papers contains correspondence which is mostly from Ebenezer and John Dorr regarding European shipping activities. Of particular interest are the letters from Richard J. Cleveland (1812 and 1822) supporting the initiation of hostilities in the War of 1812 and discussing the relative merits of marriage and bachelor life.

Dates

  • Creation: 1794-1824

Creator

Restrictions on Access

This collection is open for research use.

Extent

From the Collection: 1 linear foot (2 boxes)

Language of Materials

English

Repository Details

Part of the Phillips Library Repository

Contact:
Peabody Essex Museum
306 Newburyport Turnpike
Rowley MA 01969 USA