Folder OS1
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Contains 5 Results:
Moses and William R. Seward papers
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 2019-020
Abstract
This collection consists of the records of Moses and William R. Seward, father and son. Moses B. Seward was a mill owner and local political figure, while William R. was active in banking and a leading philanthropist. The collection dates from 1799 to 1901, and includes letters, bills, legal and real estate documents, a ledger book and financial records.
Dates:
1799-1901
Found in:
Local History & Genealogy Division
Letters, 1827-1846
Item — Folder: OS1
Content Description
From the Collection:
This collection documents the activities of Moses B. and William R. Seward, father and son. The collection contains materials dating from 1799 to 1901. Moses B. Seward was the owner of the Shawmut Mills on Brown's Race, and an active figure in local politics. William R. Seward, his son, entered banking to support the family following Moses' premature death. He became a successful banker and was known for his philanthropic endeavors. The materials in the collection include letters, accounts,...
Dates:
Other: 1827-1846
Passport of William R. Seward, 1865
Item — Folder: OS1
Content Description
From the Collection:
This collection documents the activities of Moses B. and William R. Seward, father and son. The collection contains materials dating from 1799 to 1901. Moses B. Seward was the owner of the Shawmut Mills on Brown's Race, and an active figure in local politics. William R. Seward, his son, entered banking to support the family following Moses' premature death. He became a successful banker and was known for his philanthropic endeavors. The materials in the collection include letters, accounts,...
Dates:
Other: 1865
Deeds, 1832-1855
Item — Folder: OS1
Content Description
From the Collection:
This collection documents the activities of Moses B. and William R. Seward, father and son. The collection contains materials dating from 1799 to 1901. Moses B. Seward was the owner of the Shawmut Mills on Brown's Race, and an active figure in local politics. William R. Seward, his son, entered banking to support the family following Moses' premature death. He became a successful banker and was known for his philanthropic endeavors. The materials in the collection include letters, accounts,...
Dates:
Other: 1832-1855
Land Report, 1897
Item — Folder: OS1
Content Description
From the Collection:
This collection documents the activities of Moses B. and William R. Seward, father and son. The collection contains materials dating from 1799 to 1901. Moses B. Seward was the owner of the Shawmut Mills on Brown's Race, and an active figure in local politics. William R. Seward, his son, entered banking to support the family following Moses' premature death. He became a successful banker and was known for his philanthropic endeavors. The materials in the collection include letters, accounts,...
Dates:
Other: 1897