Cabot, James Elliot, 1821-1903

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Birth 1821
Death 1903
Americans,

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Son of Samuel Cabot, Jr., brother of Edward Clarke Cabot. Graduated Harvard Law School, 1845. Practiced law with Francis E. Parker, 1847. Accompanied Agassiz on his tour of Lake Superior region in 1848 and upon his return published a narrative journal of the expedition. Worked as architect with E.C. Cabot, 1849-58 and 1862-65. Assisted Emerson in preparing for press his Letters and social aims. Trustee (1857-1885, 1899-1902) and vice-president (1886-1898) of the Boston Athenaeum.

From the description of Letters, to Ralph Waldo Emerson, 1844-1869, bulk 1845-1849. (Boston Athenaeum). WorldCat record id: 20904377

James Elliot Cabot was a long-time friend and biographer of Ralph Waldo Emerson.

From the description of Letters from various correspondents, 1843-1902. (Harvard University). WorldCat record id: 84447458

From the guide to the James Elliot Cabot letters from various correspondents, 1843-1902., (Houghton Library, Harvard College Library, Harvard University)

Cabot was an American author.

From the description of Letter and an envelope, 1894. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 82415709

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