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Shipping -- Massachusetts -- Salem

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 32 Collections and/or Records:

John Hancock Andrews Papers, 1719-1832

 Collection
Identifier: MSS 2
Abstract

The John Hancock Andrews Papers contain correspondence and business papers for Salem, Massachusetts ship captain and merchant, John Hancock Andrews.

Dates: 1719-1832

John William Stark Papers, 1760, 1785-1890, 1922-1932 , undated

 Collection
Identifier: MH 7
Abstract

The John William Stark papers consist of ships' papers, business papers relating to the family shipping business, and miscellaneous materials.

Dates: 1760, 1785-1890, 1922-1932 , undated

Leverett Saltonstall Papers, 1715-1845, undated

 Collection
Identifier: MSS 243
Abstract

The Leverett Saltonstall Papers document the political and legal activities of Leverett Saltonstall, attorney, member of the Massachusetts House and Senate, first mayor of Salem, and Congressman in the United States House of Representatives.

Dates: 1715-1845, undated

Michael Shepard Papers, 1813-1937, undated

 Collection
Identifier: MSS 237
Abstract

This collection is comprised of the shipping and business papers of Michael Shepard and his son, Michael Webb Shepard. The bulk of the collection is related to Shepard's shipping activities at ports in East Africa from 1835-1855, when he traded in ivory, copal, textiles and cloves.

Dates: 1813-1937, undated

Nathaniel Kinsman (1798-1847) Papers, 1784-1882

 Collection
Identifier: MSS 43
Abstract

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.

Dates: 1784-1882

Peter Miller Papers, 1815-1850

 Collection
Identifier: MSS 99
Abstract

Peter Miller was a merchant in Para, Brazil. The collection contains his business and personal correspondence, financial and legal papers.

Dates: 1815-1850

Richard G. Wheatland Papers, 1809-1851, 1974-1975, undated

 Collection
Identifier: MSS 197
Abstract

The Richard G. Wheatland papers contain the personal and shipping records of the Salem, Massachusetts, ship master Richard G. Wheatland.

Dates: 1809-1851, 1974-1975, undated

Richard Ward Papers, 1799-1833, undated

 Collection
Identifier: MSS 384
Abstract

The Richard Ward Papers contain business papers and personal correspondence for Richard Ward and his family.

Dates: 1799-1833, undated

Salem Custom House Records, 1717-1900, undated

 Collection
Identifier: MH 261
Abstract

The Salem Custom House Records give evidence of the day-to-day activities undertaken by the Custom House employees.

Dates: 1717-1900, undated

Salem Marine Society Records, 1760-1994

 Collection
Identifier: MH 206
Abstract

The Salem Marine Society Records document the administrative and financial activities of the Society and its work with members and the greater maritime and Salem communities. Records date from the 1760s through the 1990s.

Dates: 1760-1994