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Thomas Bissell family papers

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Call Number:
SC.010
Repository:
Friends Historical Library of Swarthmore College
Extent:
.1 linear ft. (.1 linear feet (2 folders.))
Language:
English
Preferred Citation:
Friends Historical Library of Swarthmore College, Thomas Bissell Family Papers, 1640-1835.
Date:
1640-1835 (inclusive)
Creator:
Bissell, Thomas, b. 1643
Abstract:
Includes genealogical data on the Bissell Family in the 17th century as well as two apprenticeship indentures, to patton ringmaking in Worcester County, England, dated 1704, and to farming in New Jersey, dated 1835.

Thomas Bissell, an English Quaker, was the earliest recorder of the Bissell family records. Born in 1643, he was the son of John Bissell. His grandson, William, son of John and Frances, was born in 1680 and was a patton ringmaker in Worcester County, England.

Source of acquisition--Friends Historical Association. Method of acquisition--Gift of.

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