Shipping -- New York (State) -- New York
Found in 8 Collections and/or Records:
David Pingree Papers, 1803-1939
This collection includes the papers of David Pingree, papers of his family members, and records of his business associates.
Fabens Family Papers, 1706-1916, 1947, 1978-1989, undated
The Fabens Family Papers contain the shipping, business, legal, and personal papers of William Fabens (1759-1828), William Fabens (1782-1834), Benjamin Fabens (1785-1850), Samuel A. Fabens (b. 1812), Benjamin F. Fabens (1817-1912), Joseph Warren Fabens (1821-1875), Frank P. Fabens (b. 1869), and other family members.
George Ropes Papers, 1865-1886
The George Ropes Papers contains the business papers of George Ropes, a New England businessman active in the latter half of the 19th century. Ropes was heavily involved in trade with eastern Africa. The business papers of John H. Goldsmith, a ship’s captain and agent of Ropes are also included. The collection has been divided into two series.
Nathaniel Kinsman (1798-1847) Papers, 1784-1882
The Nathaniel Kinsman Papers contain the business and personal papers of Nathaniel and Rebecca (Chase) Kinsman. In addition, there are legal and business papers, correspondence, and receipts for Nathaniel's children, parents, brother, and in-laws: Chase, Buffington, and Nichols.
Sailing Ship Card Collection, 1857-1894, 1918, 1990, undated
Sailing ship cards have been identified as the earliest form of multi-color advertising in the United States. Printed to announce the departure of commercial ship sailings for both passengers and freight companies, the ephemeral nature of these cards makes them very rare. The collection contains 1,296 cards, 1,193 of which are unique, and 103 of which are duplicates.
Thomas Moore China Trade Letters, 1821-1824
This collection contains a letter and a copy book of Thomas Moore, agent for the ship Nimrod.
Thomas Perkins (Ship) Records, 1838-1849, 1857, 1868-1869, undated
Woodwell Family Papers, 1755-1884
The Woodwell Family Papers document the activities of the Woodwell shipyard and the ship chandlery and hardware business established by David T. Woodwell.