Packer, Mason R., 1800-1888

Dates:
Birth 1800
Death 1888

Biographical notes:

Businessman and shipowner, of Mystic, Conn.; involved in sealing, whaling, the sale of whale oil, salvage, coastal trade, and various business enterprises in Mystic and Key West, Fla.

From the description of Papers, ca. 1832-1856. (Mystic Seaport Museum, G W Blunt White Library). WorldCat record id: 70958680

From the description of Mason R. Packer papers, ca. 1832-1856. (Mystic Seaport Museum, G W Blunt White Library). WorldCat record id: 47870966

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Subjects:

  • Business enterprises
  • Coastwise shipping
  • Salvage
  • Sealing
  • Shipping
  • Whale oil
  • Whaling
  • Whaling ships

Occupations:

  • Businessmen
  • Businessmen
  • Shipowners

Places:

  • Connecticut--Mystic (as recorded)
  • Connecticut--Mystic (as recorded)
  • Florida--Key West (as recorded)
  • Atlantic Coast (U.S.) (as recorded)
  • Atlantic Coast (U.S.) (as recorded)
  • Florida--Key West (as recorded)