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David Hosack Family Papers, 1793-1916 (inclusive) 1818-1850 (bulk)

Extent:

1 box and 0.4 linear feet

Abstract:

David Hosack (1769-1835) was an American physician, botanist, educator, and graduate of Princeton University (Class of 1789). This collection consists of correspondence, deeds, indentures, wills, maps, printed materials, and other assorted family papers related to estates and land owned by David Hosack and his family. Many of the papers concern land in the Lackawanna River valley of Luzerne County, Pennsylvania.

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