Papers : of Frederick Williams, 1800-1880.

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Williams, Frederick, 1800-1877. Papers : of Frederick Williams, 1800-1880.

Papers : of Frederick Williams, 1800-1880.

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The collection contains a diary, 8 April 1818-27 June 1839, concerning his voyages to Europe, South America, and Africa (including a list of black passengers) on various ships. Also includes lists, 1816-1859, of cargoes, miles sailed, ships, masters, destinations, and number of crew and passengers; and birth and death records of the Williams family. A commonplace book, 1800-1859, kept in Norfolk, Va., includes Williams' autobiography, 1800-1834, written in 1855 concerning his voyages. A commonplace book, 1800-1859, kept in Norfolk and Richmond, Va., and Germany, written in English and German, includes his autobiography, 1800-1859, concerning his voyages, and poems. Also includes a log book, 29 December 1837-February 1849, concerning his voyages and Thomas Ritchie; account book, 1800-1880, in English and German; receipts, 1849-1859, of ships' crews; and his autobiography, 1800-1870; letters from Williams to Elizabeth Coleman; notes, 1865-1874, concerning Williams' income and expenses; and photographs of tombstones in Elmwood Cemetery, Norfolk, Va.

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