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| Title: | John Pershouse correspondence and papers, 1749-1899 | ||
| Dates: | 1749-1899 | ||
| Abstract: | This collection contains five volumes of data relating to John Pershouse and his family. The collection contains two volumes of genealogical data from the later eighteenth century; the remaining three volumes all date to the early republic and consist of a travel journal and two letter books thought to belong to his nephew Henry. Of particular interest are the letters from Pershouse in Philadelphia to his brother in England. His letters often discuss many of the major political and social events happening in the early republic. He discusses immigration, Jefferson’s administration, and the culture of Philadelphia during this period. View finding aid for a full description | ||
| Call #: | Mss.B.P43 | ||
| Extent: | 5.0 volumes; 62 items. | ||
| Topics: | Diplomatic History | Early National Politics | International Travel | Philadelphia History | Social Life and Custom | Travel | ||
| Genre: | Business Records and Accounts | Family Correspondence | General Correspondence | Political Correspondence | Travel Narratives and Journals |
