Bonsall family papers, [ca. 1751]-1905.

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Bonsall family papers, [ca. 1751]-1905.

The collection is richest in 19th century materials. Included in the collection are a group of volumes containing notes, poetry journals, general memoranda, and the genealogy of the family; about twenty large legal documents, including a group of indentures and deeds on vellum (ca. 1751-1798); photographs, tintypes, silhouettes, calling cards, etc; a Bible with genealogical records of the family; a group of miscellaneous items (play bills, jury lists, marriage licenses, etc); and several hundred letters from members of the family, friends, and business associates. The letters deal with personal matters, business affairs, and topics of contemporary interest. Many of these letters have a pleasant 19th-century flavor, and as a group they present a rather complete picture of a prosperous and intellectually active Pennsylvania family.

1.5 linear ft. ( 3 boxes & 1 folder)

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Penn, William, 1644-1718

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The British colony of Pennsylvania was given to William Penn (1644-1718) in 1681 by Charles II of England in repayment of a debt owed his father, Sir Admiral William Penn (1621-1670). Under Penn's directive, Pennsylvania was settled by Quakers escaping religious torment in England and other European nations. Three generations of Penn descendents held proprietorship of the colony until the American Revolution, when the family was stripped of all but its privately held shares of land...

Bonsall, Richard.

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Bonsall family.

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Family of Germantown, Pa. Richard Bonsall came to America with William Penn and settled in Philadelphia (ca. 1683). His descendents were chiefly associated with transportation, the law, teaching, and real estate. They remained, for the most part, residents of Pennsylvania. From the description of Bonsall family papers, [ca. 1751]-1905. (Columbia University In the City of New York). WorldCat record id: 470399673 ...