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Dorcas Society of Salem, Massachusetts, Records, 1811-1875

 Collection
Identifier: MSS 113
Abstract

The records of the Dorcas Society, founded in Salem in 1811, reflect the Society's main goal "to provide clothing to the destitute."

Dates: 1811-1875

Salem Charitable Mechanic Association Records, 1817-1935, undated

 Collection
Identifier: MSS 261
Abstract

The records of the Salem Charitable Mechanic Association document the activities of this charitable organization which provided financial assistance to those employed in certain kinds of manual labor.

Dates: 1817-1935, undated

Salem Female Employment Society Records, 1861-1879, undated

 Collection
Identifier: MSS 238
Abstract

The Salem Female Employment Society records document its administrative and production activities from the beginning of the society to its demise.

Dates: 1861-1879, undated

Salem Relief Committee Records, 1877-1943, undated

 Collection
Identifier: MSS 179
Abstract

The records of the Salem Relief Committee contain meeting minutes, agent reports, financial reports and accounts, lists of aid recipients and items distributed.

Dates: 1877-1943, undated

Samaritan Society Records, 1832-1980, undated

 Collection
Identifier: MSS 176
Abstract

The Samaritan Society records include the constitution and by-laws, annual reports, meeting minutes, membership lists, treasurer's books, investment account books and aid distribution books. The latter volumes list aid recipients (often including biographical information) and type of aid given.

Dates: 1832-1980, undated