Hiram Doty collected papers relating to Quaker history

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Hiram Doty collected papers relating to Quaker history

1756-1874

http://archives.tricolib.brynmawr.edu/repositories/7/resources/5849

This collection includes original manuscripts collected by Hi Doty relating to early Quaker involvement in Indian affairs from 1756 to 1821 and the Friendly Association. Of particular interest are documents concerning the settlement at Oneida and the Treaty of Easton. Correspondents include Tedyuscung, Nathaniel Holland, Frederick Post, John Hunt, William Cooper, Israel Chapin, William Savery, James Pemberton, and Joseph Elkinton. Also included in the collection are several letters written by 19th century Quakers on a variety of topics. Among the latter are eight letters received by Joel and Hannah E. Bean.

.1 linear feet (28 folders)

eng, Latn

Friends Historical Library of Swarthmore College

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SNAC Resource ID: 11645371

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