Osborn, Shadrach, 1747-1838

The firm of Hinman & Osborn was a general or dry-goods store located in Connecticut, probably in Southbury or Woodbury. The partners were Shadrach Osborn, and Truman Hinman. Shadrach Osborn was born on April 14, 1747, in Southbury, Connecticut. During the Revolutionary War, Osborn was involved with the commissary department. At the end of the war, Osborn was appointed a state purchaser of provisions for the army. He died on August 27, 1838. He had at least one son, Erastus Osborn (1785-1868). Nothing is known about Truman Hinman, other than he was a partner of Osborn.

From the description of Bills and letters, 1771-1804. (Winterthur Library). WorldCat record id: 770378465

Revolutionary War soldier and merchant, of Southbury, Conn.

From the description of Shadrach Osborn papers, 1709-1875. (New Haven Colony Historical Society Library). WorldCat record id: 421126976

Shadrach Osborn was born on April 14, 1747, in the parish of Southbury, Connecticut. Little is known of his early life. During the Revolutionary War, he purchased and issued commissary departments. At the end of the war, Osborn was appointed a state purchaser of provisions for the army. He died on August 27, 1838.

From the description of Shadrach Osborn papers, 1765-1838 (inclusive). (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 702169362

From the guide to the Shadrach Osborn papers, 1765-1838, (Manuscripts and Archives)

Merchant, tax assessor, member of the Constitutional Convention of 1818, and postmaster of Southbury, Connecticut.

From the description of Shadrach Osborn family papers, 1772-1837. (Hartford Public Library). WorldCat record id: 124064706