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William Hall Papers

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William Hall, a prominent Philadelphia printer, performed work for Ben Franklin in his partnership with Sellers, such as printing for the Continental Congress and the Pennsylvania Gazette.

This small collection of correspondence of this prominent early 19th century printer also includes a draft of his will, a notice of the dissolution of Hall's partnership with Sellers, and a memorial addressed to the Continental Congress for a printing debt. Much of the correspondence is written to Hall from his cousin Joseph Leacock, describing drought, famine, and education in Barbados.

Purchased from Harris Auctions via MacManus, June 15, 1976.

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Temple University Libraries: Special Collections Research Center
Finding Aid Author
Katy Rawdon, Coordinator of Technical Services
Finding Aid Date
January 2024
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Open for research.

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The William Hall Papers are the physical property of the Special Collections Research Center, Temple University Libraries. The creator/donor has not assigned their rights to Temple University Libraries. Other creators' intellectual property rights, including copyright, belong to them or their legal heirs and assigns. Researchers are responsible for determining the identity of rights holders and obtaining their permission for publication and for other purposes where stated.

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