James Duncan papers 1846-1848

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James Duncan papers 1846-1848

http://archives.nypl.org/mss/859

James (John) Duncan (d. 1848), from Northern Ireland (County Down), emigrated to America and settled in Brantford, Ontario, Canada. He was the uncle of Canadian author Norman Duncan (1871-1916). Collection consists of Duncan's diary, copies of letters to his family and friends in Ireland, and some notes and memoranda. Diary describes Duncan's life in Ireland; religious and social activities and concerns; voyage to New York City on a sailing ship; and journey to Troy, Rochester, Niagara Falls, and then to Brantford, Canada, where he settled and found employment. Prior to his death, members of his immediate family joined him in Canada.

.15 linear foot (1 v.)

New York Public Library. Manuscripts and Archives Division

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New York Public Library. Manuscripts and Archives Division

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Duncan, James Alexander, 1849-1918

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James (John) Duncan (d. 1848), from Northern Ireland (County Down), emigrated to America and settled in Brantford, Ontario, Canada. He was the uncle of Canadian author Norman Duncan (1871-1916). From the description of James Duncan papers, 1846-1848. (New York Public Library). WorldCat record id: 122486479 From the guide to the James Duncan papers, 1846-1848, (The New York Public Library. Manuscripts and Archives Division.) ...