Olden time, researches and reminiscences, of New York City : manuscript, 1828 / done by J.F. Watson in 1828.

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Olden time, researches and reminiscences, of New York City : manuscript, 1828 / done by J.F. Watson in 1828.

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Handwritten manuscript which includes an index, some illustrations and a memorandum. Index listings include: General views of New York; Primitive New York; Ancient memorials; Local changes & local facts; Manners & customs; Memorials of Dutch dynasty; Gardens, havens, etc.; Remarkable things; Dress, furniture & equipage; Changes of prices; Superstitions; Incidents of the War; Residences of British officers; Ancient edifices; My reflections & notices; Appendix of queries; and Old song of "Capt'n Kidd".

1 v. (155 p.) ; 5 x 8 in.

New-York Historical Society

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Watson, John F. (John Fanning), 1779-1860

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