Israel Keech Tefft papers, 1815-1861

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Israel Keech Tefft papers, 1815-1861

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/76945125

This collection consists of Israel Keech Tefft's personal papers and correspondence. Included are business receipts, letters responding to Tefft's autograph requests, and correspondence on the social life of Savannah. The collection also contains a letter book comprised of letters to Tefft, mostly pertaining to business.

2 folders, 1 volume (.30 cubic feet)

Georgia Historical Society

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SNAC Resource ID: 8180919

Georgia Historical Society

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Tefft, I. K. (Israel Keech), 1794-1862

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Israel Keech Tefft (1794-1862) was born in Rhode Island and came to Savannah in 1816. He and James William Finn, noted actor and playwright, became joint editors and proprietors of the Savannah Georgian. He was associated with the Bank of the State of Georgia from 1822 until his death. He was one of the founders of the Georgia Historical Society in 1839 and was its Corresponding Secretary until his death. His interest in history and literature led him to establish a library in his home which bec...

Tefft family

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