The Evelyn A. Benson collection, 1953-1971.

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The Evelyn A. Benson collection, 1953-1971.

Collection consists primarily of research notes and correspondence regarding the genealogical research Mrs. Benson did for various clients. Of particular interest are notes on the family of botanist John Bartram, early fur trader Patrick Boyd and his family's dealing with the Slaymakers, and photocopies of poems and writings of Susanna Wright. Ms. Benson's research mentions many families corollary to her main surname search subjects. Includes letters, envelopes, and research notes.

1 cubic ft.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7664180

Lancaster County Historical Society

Related Entities

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Slaymaker family.

http://n2t.net/ark:/99166/w67f24kh (family)

Benson, Evelyn A.

http://n2t.net/ark:/99166/w64r27bs (person)

Wright, Susanna, 1697-1784

http://n2t.net/ark:/99166/w63v3wdn (person)

Bartram, John, 1743-1812

http://n2t.net/ark:/99166/w6qg0wqb (person)

BOYD, PATRICK J.

http://n2t.net/ark:/99166/w6sj6033 (person)