Papers, 1845-1880.

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Papers, 1845-1880.

Papers of Col. David S. Forbes of the 68th Regiment, New York Militia (later National Guard), include commissions, orders, returns, oaths and acceptances of office, official and personal letters, and muster rolls. There are also letters regarding the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, 1840's; price circulars from New York City produce buyers and letters concerning the same; receipts from Fredonia Academy; and Forbes' reminiscences of Civil War service.

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New York (State). Militia

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Levies were special regiments recruited under provisions of the legislature which entitled recruits to plots of unappropriated land. From the description of Levy certificates issued record book. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 122617529 ...

Independent Order of Odd Fellows

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Men's benevolent and fraternal organization. From the description of Independent Order of Oddfellows records, 1843-1901. (The South Carolina Historical Society). WorldCat record id: 36794006 The Independent Order of Odd Fellows in North America is a fraternal organization which originated in England. The I.O.O.F. became independent from the English Old Fellows Order in 1834 after lodges were established in New York and Baltimore. Charity Lodge No. 6 was established in Stockt...

Forbes, David S.

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Soldier. From the description of Papers, 1845-1880. (New York State Historical Documents). WorldCat record id: 155440693 ...