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Thomas Perkins Pingree Papers, 1831-1889, undated
Collection
Identifier: MSS 904
Abstract
The bulk of the Thomas Perkins Pingree Papers consist of his business correspondence, ships' papers, and papers related to the settlement of his estate.
Dates:
1831-1889, undated
Found in:
Phillips Library
Thomas Perkins (Ship) Records, 1838-1849, 1857, 1868-1869, undated
Collection
Identifier: MSS 1882
Abstract
The Thomas Perkins (Ship) Papers contain records related to the operation and sale of the Thomas Perkins, a ship active in trade between the Americas, Europe, and Asia through the mid-19th century. The papers contain material received by William Graves Jr., the master of the Thomas Perkins, during the ship’s first five voyages from 1837 to 1847 and primarily relate to his role as master of the...
Dates:
1838-1849, 1857, 1868-1869 undated
Found in:
Phillips Library
West Family Papers, 1825-1864, 1910
Collection
Identifier: MH 235
Abstract
The West Family papers contain materials from the West family’s various maritime and merchant activities, particularly during the time of George Jr. (1810-1852), John (1812-1858), and Benjamin’s (1820-1877) involvement in the business.
Dates:
1825-1864, 1910
Found in:
Phillips Library
William D. Sohier Papers, 1797-1887
Collection
Identifier: MH 209
Abstract
This collection consists of documents relating to admiralty (marine law) cases for more than 132 different ships, several wharves in the Boston area, as well as general correspondence and papers for non-marine legal cases.
Dates:
1797-1887; bulk 1815-1866
Found in:
Phillips Library
Williams Family Papers, 1739-1910, undated
Collection
Identifier: MH 238
Abstract
The Williams family papers document the activities of three generations of Salem, Massachusetts, merchants and mariners.
Dates:
1739-1910, undated
Found in:
Phillips Library