Obed Hussey - Edward Stabler correspondence, 1857-1916

This collection consists of letters, catalogs, periodicals and product images related to the work of Obed Hussey on his reaping machine. The material dates from 1833 to 1916, with the bulk dated between 1852 and 1858. Much of the material consists of correspondence between Hussey and his friend, Edward Stabler. Advertising and publicity materials make up much of the rest of the collection, along with an 1833 "Reply to Remonstrance" in which Hussey defends his designs and patent against other claimants.