James Hamilton papers, 1785-1868 (bulk 1785-1818).

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James Hamilton papers, 1785-1868 (bulk 1785-1818).

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/38476545

The collection consists of papers of James Hamilton from 1785-1868. The papers concern mostly business matters relating to the Hamilton's merchant/factor businesses of McCredie & Hamilton and Hamilton & Couper of Charleston, South Carolina. The records include correspondence, receipts, shipping records, and invoices. The collection also includes correspondence from overseers on Hamilton's plantations located at Palmetto Grove, Hamilton, and St. Simons Island (Ga.). The letters report on the conditions of the plantation including crops and slaves.

.5 linear ft.

Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7403391

Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library

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Hamilton, James, d. 1829.

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James Hamilton (d. 1829), merchant, plantation owner, lived in Charleston (S.C.) and Philadelphia (Pa.) and had land holdings on St. Simons Island, Georgia. From the description of James Hamilton papers, 1785-1868 (bulk 1785-1818). (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 38476545 ...

McCredie & Hamilton (Charleston, S.C.)

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Hamilton & Couper (Charleston, S.C.)

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