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Isaac Story Papers, 1795-1801

 Collection
Identifier: 118

Collection Overview

This collection comprises two letters to Isaac Story, one from George Washington and one from Thomas Jefferson. Washington’s letter, written in 1795, thanks Story for copies of his sermons. Jefferson’s letter, from 1801, discusses the transmigration of souls.

Dates

  • Majority of material found in 1795-1801

Creator

Language of Materials

English

Access to Collection

This collection is open to research.

Conditions Governing Use

The materials in this collection are believed to be in the public domain. However, it is the responsibility of the researcher to understand and observe copyright law and to identify and satisfy the holders of all copyright. Questions concerning copyright and permission to publish should be directed to the Cambridge Room, Cambridge Public Library Archives and Special Collections.

Biography

Isaac Story was born in 1749. He was minister of the Second Congregational Church of Marblehead in Marblehead, Massachusetts, from 1771-1802. Story was acquainted with and corresponded with several of the founding fathers, including George Washington, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, and James Madison. Story died in 1816.

Extent

1 Linear Feet

1 Files

2 Items

Organization of Collection

Two items arranged chronologically.

Custodial History

According to notes accompanying the collection, items in this collection were donated by Frances W. Story.

Processing Information

Processed by Lillian Weitzman in June and July, 2016 under the supervision of Alyssa Pacy.

Creator

Title
Finding Aid to the Isaac Story Papers, 1795-1801 118
Status
Completed
Author
Lillian Weitzman under the supervision of Alyssa Pacy.
Date
2016
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
Undetermined
Script of description
Code for undetermined script

Repository Details

Part of the Cambridge Room, Cambridge Public Library Archives and Special Collections Repository

Contact:
Cambridge Public Library
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