Brief history of the Fellowship Society of Charleston, [ca. 1880?]

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Brief history of the Fellowship Society of Charleston, [ca. 1880?]

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/777022265

Handwritten essay [ca. 1880s?] re officers and early members and activities of this mutual aid association founded during the late Colonial era for artisans and their survivors in Charleston, S.C. Founded 4 Apr. 1762, and "incorporated by an Act of the General Assembly," 23 Aug. 1769, with text of the charter, naming Edward Weyman as the founder, "always remembered on the Anniversary, in the President's standing toast, which is, 'The Father & Founder of the Fellowship Society'"; presidents and officers mentioned include Richard Yeadon, who served as president, ca. 1838-1868; during Yeadon's tenure, the Society "attained the highest state of prosperity, with a membership of 150, and her finances reaching the large sum of $90,000."

1 folder (4 leaves).

University of South Carolina, System Library Service, University Libraries

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University of South Carolina, System Library Service, University Libraries

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Fellowship Society (Charleston, S.C.)

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Mutual assistance organization, founded 1762, in Charleston, S.C., originally formed to assist the widows and orphans of "mechanics," or craftsmen and well-to-do working-class men of Charleston. The organization remains active today at 370 King St., its home since the early 20th century. From the description of Brief history of the Fellowship Society of Charleston, [ca. 1880?] (University of South Carolina). WorldCat record id: 777022265 Mutual assistance organization, found...