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Dunn - Osborn - Battey family papers, 1744-1927 (inclusive)

Extent:

5 linear ft. (27 boxes)

Abstract:

Papers include those of Nathan Dunn (1782-1844) who became financially successful in the China trade; letters (1833-1856) of David Battey discussing farm life in Indiana; letters (1864-1865) of Nancy Battey, some while teaching African American children; letters of George W. Taylor (1803-1891) discussing his free produce business in Philadelphia.

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