Papers of Samuel Williams, 1780-1791 (inclusive).

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Papers of Samuel Williams, 1780-1791 (inclusive).

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Includes manuscripts of writings on theology and various scientific topics; sermons; meteorological observations, 1790-1791; and notes. Related publications and reference material also available in repository.

6 v. of mss.

Harvard University Archives.

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Harvard University Archives.

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Williams, Samuel, 1743-1817

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Samuel Williams (1743-1817) was the son of Rev. Warham Williams (1699-1751) of Waltham, Mass. In 1761 he graduated from Harvard College and became minister of Bradford, Mass., until 1779 when he was chosen professor of philosophy at Harvard. Williams was a member of the American Philosophical Society, helped organize the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, and served on various state commissions. Forced to resign his post at Harvard due to a scandal involving forgery, Williams moved to Rutlan...