Samuel Davis diary, 1789.

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Samuel Davis diary, 1789.

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Diary of Samuel Davis describing a journey from Plymouth, Mass. to Fairfield, Conn. and New York City kept from 27 August - 28 September 1789. Davis comments on the locales traveled through with his companion, Barnabas Hedge, Jr., including Worcester and Springfield, Mass., and New Haven, Conn. Davis notes the general scenery, taverns and inns patronized, and public buildings and landmarks visited. While in New York City, Davis comments on a visit to Federal Hall and the Congressional proceedings he witnessed. Also included are sketches of several places visited, including New Haven and the Springfield Armory, and a list of Davis's travel expenses.

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Davis, Samuel, 1765-1829

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Hedge, Barnabus, Jr.

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United States. Congress 1789-1791)

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Springfield Armory (U.S.)

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Federal armory established at Springfield, Mass., in 1794; by 1890 had become the U.S. Army's main laboratory for testing and developing new small arms which it manufactured until its closing in 1968. From the description of Statement of expenditures, 1900-1948. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 70938180 From the description of Springfield Armory progress reports, 1961-1967. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 70938326 From the description of Phase out information, 1964-197...