John A. Rockwell papers, 1866-1872.

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John A. Rockwell papers, 1866-1872.

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The collection consists of papers of John A. Rockwell from 1866-1872. Mainly correspondence written by Rockwell to his brother, Alfred P. Rockwell, the letters detail John Rockwell's activities as General Superintendent of the American Missionary Association for Middle and Southwest Georgia. Topics discussed include the establishment of schools for freedmen, financial matters, and funding of various projects. Also contained in the collection are a few letters from John Rockwell to Rev. Edward P. Smith which discuss the establishment of a trust fund with a loan from Alfred Rockwell.

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Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7404875

Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library

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Rockwell, Alfred P...

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American Missionary Association

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Known chiefly for its educational work among African Americans, the American Missionary Association also worked with other ethnic groups. From the description of American Missionary Association records, 1820's-1870's (Detroit Public Library). WorldCat record id: 668992371 ...

Smith, Edward, prisoner

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Rockwell, John A.

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Rockwell was a congressman from Connecticut. From the description of ALS, 1850 March 30 : Norwich, Conn. to dear Sir / John A. Rockwell. (Haverford College Library). WorldCat record id: 37228411 John A. Rockwell, General Superintendent of the American Missionary Association for Middle and Southwest Georgia. From the description of John A. Rockwell papers, 1866-1872. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 38478274 ...