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Elizabeth Gerrish Papers, 1810-1911, undated

 Collection
Identifier: MSS 199

Scope and Content Note

The Elizabeth Gerrish Papers contain correspondence from friends and family to Elizabeth Gerrish. The letters discuss religion, family, and love interests. There are several essays written by Gerrish on topic such as friendship, education, life and death. The collection also contains receipts, a few notes by young students, and letters to her aunt, Mary Pettengill.

Dates

  • Creation: 1810-1911, undated

Creator

Restrictions on Access

This collection is open for research use.

Biographical Sketch

Elizabeth Gerrish was a Salisbury, Massachusetts, schoolteacher.

Extent

0.5 linear feet (1 box)

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

The Elizabeth Gerrish Papers contain correspondence from friends and family to Elizabeth Gerrish.

Physical Location

Phillips Library Stacks

Provenance

This material was found in the collection.

Processing Information

Collection processed by Leslie Ward, August 2010.

Title
ELIZABETH GERRISH PAPERS, 1810-1911
Author
Processed by: Leslie Ward; machine-readable finding aid created by: Rajkumar Natarajan.
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin

Repository Details

Part of the Phillips Library Repository

Contact:
Peabody Essex Museum
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Rowley MA 01969 USA