Burlington Female Seminary (Burlington, Vt.)

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Burlington Female Seminary was opened in May, 1835, though the formal charter was dated November 15, 1836. In 1844 Reverend John K. Converse became the prinicipal of the Seminary and in 1848 he was joined by Reverend Buel W. Smith as associate principal and partner. The course of study, which covered three years, was mainly drawn up by Professor Torry of the University of Vermont.

From the description of Burlington Female Seminary account book, 1848-1858, 1868. (Vermont Historical Society). WorldCat record id: 651058185

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associatedWith Converse, J. K. 1801-1880. person
associatedWith Mutual Life Insurance Company of New York. corporateBody
associatedWith Smith, B. W. 1806-1882. person
associatedWith Stevens, Nelly, 1828-1860. person
Place Name Admin Code Country
Vermont--Burlington
Vermont
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Life insurance
Private schools
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Active 1848

Active 1868

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