Correspondence, 1812-1823
File — Box: 4, Folder: 1
Identifier: SERIES IV.
Scope and Contents
From the Series:
Series IV. Aaron Parsons Jr. (1790-1838) Personal Papers consists primarily of business and personal correspondence covering Aaron's interest in bank stocks and lotteries. Also included are letters reflecting his role as fiscal agent for Anne Somes, his sister Nancy Parsons, cousin Susan Widgery, and cousin Anthony Morse. Of special note is a letter from Aaron dated September 17, 1830 describing the effects of a large fire in Gloucester and an 1834 letter to the Directors of the Gloucester Canal regarding steamboat traffic.
Dates
- Creation: 1812-1823
Creator
- From the Collection: Parsons family (Family)
Restrictions on Access
This collection is open for research use.
Extent
From the Collection: 4 linear feet (8 boxes)
Language of Materials
From the Series: English
Repository Details
Part of the Phillips Library Repository