Williams family papers, 1804-1863.

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Williams family papers, 1804-1863.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/56366422

Contains family correspondence and some other papers of the extended Williams family, primarily from Esther and Benjamin Williams who were Philadelphia Quakers and from their nephew, Charles B. Williams, the son of Thomas Williams. Correspondents include Lippincotts, Warner, Roberts, and Dubre family members. Of special interest is a letter from Charles B. Williams, 1853, describing the vacationing habits of Philadelphians at mid-century. Also, a 1856 letter from Isaac Williams concerning the prevailing interest in spiritualism.

4 folders.

Friends Historical Library of Swarthmore College

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Williams family.

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Williams, Charles B., b. 1803.

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Dubre family.

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Williams, Benjamin, active 1770

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Williams, Esther, d. 1828.

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