Creator: Princeton University. Library. Special Collections / Language: English / Year: <span class="from" data-blrl-begin="1790">1790</span> to <span class="to" data-blrl-end="1794">1794</span> - Philadelphia Area Archives Search Results

Thomas Picton Collection, 1768-1807 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 box and 0.2 linear feet
Abstract:: Consists of selected manuscripts of New Jersey Rev. Thomas Picton.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

Princeton University Library Collection of Ashbel Green Materials, 1744-1958 (inclusive) 1783-1844 (bulk)

Extent:: 13 boxes and 4.84 linear feet
Abstract:: Ashbel Green (1762-1848) was a prominent Presbyterian minister, eighth president of the College of New Jersey, and co-founder of the Princeton Theological Seminary. The bulk of the papers consist of Green's personal writings, including diaries and sermons. The papers of Green's father, the Reverend Jacob Green (1722-1790) are also included.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

Sergeant Family Collection, 1746-1843 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 box and 0.4 linear feet
Abstract:: Consists of selected correspondence and documents by and about three members of the Sergeant family and their relationship with the College of New Jersey (now Princeton University) during the Colonial period: Jonathan Sergeant, his son Jonathan Dickinson Sergeant, and his grandson John Sergeant.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

Princeton University Library Collection of James Monroe Materials, 1793-1824 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 box and 0.2 linear feet
Abstract:: Consists of selected letters and documents of James Monroe, fifth president of the United States.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

Lee Family Collection, 1780-1886 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 box and 0.2 linear feet
Abstract:: Consists of selected letters and documents by and about members of the Lee family of Virginia. The Lee family is a historically significant Virginia political family, whose many prominent members are known for their accomplishments in politics and the military. They are descended from the Lees of Shropshire, England, and became prominent in colonial America when Colonel Richard Lee emigrated to Virginia and made his fortune in tobacco. Members of the family represented in this collection include Francis Lightfoot Lee (1734–1797) and Richard Henry Lee (1732–1794), both signers of the Declaration of Independence, Henry "Light-Horse Harry" Lee (1756-1818), and, most famously, Robert E. Lee (1807–1870), commander of the Confederate armies in the American Civil War.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

Princeton University Library Collection of Clarke Family Materials, 1732-1870 (inclusive)

Extent:: 6 boxes and 2.1 linear feet
Abstract:: Consists of correspondence and documents of the Clarke family of New Jersey, particularly of Elisha L. Clarke and Joseph Olden Clarke.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

George Cruikshank Collection, 1782-1894 (inclusive) 1825-1878 (bulk)

Extent:: 35 boxes, 192 items, and 19.5 linear feet
Abstract:: The collection integrates numerous accessions of English artist and caricaturist George Cruikshank material, including large amounts of correspondence as well as original drawings and sketches.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

Princeton University Library Collection of Princeton University Materials, 1746-1983 (inclusive)

Extent:: 6 boxes and 2 linear feet
Abstract:: Consists of an assembled collection of correspondence, documents, and manuscripts related to Princeton University, its students, and its employees, some in an official capacity and others as personal or family records of those associated with Princeton University, or the College of New Jersey as it was known prior to the end of the 19th century. Materials span from the 1740s until the 1980s, though most pertain to the mid-18th through early 20th century.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

Jonathan Belcher Collection, 1747-1967 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 box and 1 folder
Abstract:: Jonathan Belcher, was a merchant and colonial governor of the Provinces of Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and New Jersey and was instrumental in the founding of the College of New Jersey (now Princeton). The Jonathan Belcher Collection consists of collected research materials regarding Jonathan Belcher's relation to the history of Princeton University and consist of correspondence, articles, clippings, and copies of original materials from Belcher collections held at Princeton and elsewhere.

Held at: Princeton University Library: University Archives [Contact Us]

General Manuscripts Collection, 1765-2016 (inclusive) 1836-2016 (bulk)

Extent:: 1.9 linear feet (5 boxes) and 1 folder
Abstract:: The General Manuscripts Collection consists of manuscripts and small collections of papers and records which are related in some way to the history of Princeton University. While most documents in the General Manuscripts collection were produced by alumni or student organizations, there are several documents produced by trustees, faculty, and other members of the University community.

Held at: Princeton University Library: University Archives [Contact Us]

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