Papers of George Nelson Smith, 1835-1879 (bulk 1840-1879).

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Papers of George Nelson Smith, 1835-1879 (bulk 1840-1879).

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Journals (1840-1879) kept while Smith served with the Indians of southwestern Michigan. Documents Smith's finances, health of friends and relatives, activities of people in the Allegan County area, Smith's sermons and other religious activities, and meteorology. Also includes several letters (1835-1849).

49 items.1 container.3 microfilm reels.

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Smith, George Nelson, 1807-1881

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George N. Smith was born, 0ct. 25, 1807, near Swanton, Vt., and died in Northport, Mich., Apr. 5, 1881. He learned the millwright trade, taught school, and studied for the ministry. On July 4, 1830, he married Arvilla Almira Powers of St. Albans, Vt. On May 8, 1833, they left Vermont for Michigan, and settled at Gull Prairie, where he taught and did carpentry work. On Feb. 5, 1836, he was licensed to preach by the Presbytery of St. Joseph; on Jan. 13, 1837, he was appointed to do missionary work...