Benjamin White papers, 1825-[ca. 1946] 1825-1899.

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Benjamin White papers, 1825-[ca. 1946] 1825-1899.

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The papers in this collection contain Benjamin White's autobiography, family records, and other genealogical material relating to White and his family, and cover the years 1825 to 1946. The collection is arranged with White's original papers appearing first, which are in chronological order, followed by the transcripts of his papers. White's manuscript autobiography dates from February 1825. In his account, White describes his purpose for writing his memoirs, the events during his service in the Revolutionary War, his business ventures as a merchant, and his partnership with his brother. The papers also contain Benjamin White's genealogy, compiled by him. The original part of this document is dated June 18, 1831. Other genealogical data on White's family were added by possibly one of his descendants at later dates. The genealogical notes of Graham Brush, the great-great grandson of Benjamin White, complete the collection. Included in these records are notes from tombstone inscriptions as well as genealogical charts of the Brush and White families. Among the notes is a transcript of an original letter in the Edith Johnson Collection at The Monmouth County Historical Association, from Robert Morris to Colonel Asher Holmes (original is dated May 26, 1780), which makes reference to the wagon master, who in this case, could possibly be Benjamin White. The materials date from circa 1899 to 1946.

0.13 linear feet (18 items)

New Jersey Historical Society Library

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New Jersey Historical Society Library

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