Joseph May annotated almanacs, 1790-1839.

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Joseph May annotated almanacs, 1790-1839.

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Annotated almanacs of Joseph May, secretary of the Boston Marine Insurance Company, kept from 1790, 1792-1795, and 1798-1839. Brief, scattered entries note the movement of vessels and cargoes insured by the company; company news, such as the election of officers and the sale of stock; and the events of the War of 1812 and their effect on the company's shipping interests. May also comments on current events, including local politics and elections, foreign affairs, and deaths in the community, particularly notable individuals and politicians.

11 pamphlet boxes.

Massachusetts Historical Society

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Boston Marine Insurance Company

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May, Joseph, 1760-1841

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Joseph May was the father of the abolitionist Samuel J. May. His son lived and preached in Syracuse, New York later in life. From the description of Joseph May account book, 1797-1802. (New York State Historical Documents). WorldCat record id: 155419212 Merchant. From the description of Letter, 1839 June 10, Boston, to Samuel J. May, North Scituate. (Boston Athenaeum). WorldCat record id: 170925536 ...