Record Source: Other PACSCL Partners / Subject: Genealogy / Year: <span class="from" data-blrl-begin="1755">1755</span> to <span class="to" data-blrl-end="1759">1759</span> - Philadelphia Area Archives Search Results

Start Over Record Source Other PACSCL Partners Subject Genealogy Year 1755 to 1759

Extent:: 2.0 linear feet
Abstract:: John Potts (1710-1768), the founder of Pottstown, Pennsylvania, was a prominent business man and ironmaster. Potts married Ruth Savage in 1734 and the couple had 13 children. The Potts family papers, 1720-circa 1905, are comprised of materials relating to the Potts family and their property in Pottstown, Pennsylvania. These materials include account ledgers, deeds, indentures, and family genealogy.

Held at: Pottsgrove Manor [Contact Us]

Extent:: 2.2 linear feet (; 6 boxes)
Abstract:: The Morris family papers (Collection 2000E) contain the genealogical and estate records of the Morris family of Philadelphia, prominent Quaker businessmen, brewers, and later iron manufacturers, who were also active in the political and civic life of the city. The collection follows several generations beginning with Anthony Morris (1654-1721) and his descendants through Anthony Saunders Morris (1803-1885) and Henry Morris (1802-1881). Included are early original documents pertaining to Anthony Morris and his immediate descendants, including marriage certificates, deeds, wills, and various business and personal papers. The collection also contains significant genealogical correspondence and documentation, including a manuscript of the Morris family history.

Held at: Historical Society of Pennsylvania [Contact Us]

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