Cushman family papers, 1832-1868 (inclusive).

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Cushman family papers, 1832-1868 (inclusive).

Letters, diaries, writings, sermons, letter books, business papers, and memorabilia of David Cushman (1795- ) of West Exeter, Otsego County, New York and members of his family. The papers relate primarily to personal, family, and business matters, although there is some material on the anti-slavery movement and some Civil War papers of George C. Cushman. Other material of interest includes some papers relating to the Poughkeepsie Collegiate School and a series of business letters written from the Midwest, 1855-1868.

.5 linear ft. (1 box)

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SNAC Resource ID: 8022953

Yale University Library

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