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Waples family papers, 1753-1864 (inclusive) 1851-1864 (bulk)

Extent:
.6 linear foot (2 boxes)
Abstract:
The Waples Family Papers, spanning the dates 1753-1864, outline the family's role in the economic development of Milton in Broadkill Hundred, Delaware. But the bulk of the collection, 1851-1864, focuses on Gideon B. Waples, beginning with the pre-Civil War period when he was a student at Delaware College. After he voluntarily left his studies, he became a farmer and businessman in southern Delaware; he also served as a political aide to two governors of Delaware during the Civil War.

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [Contact Us]

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Townsend family papers, 1809-1920 (inclusive) 1833-1894 (bulk)

Extent:
.6 linear foot (2 boxes) and 1 oversize removal
Abstract:
The Townsend family (of Delaware) papers consists of letters, accounts, and other business records, spanning the years 1809-1920, with the majority of the material falling between 1834 and 1894. The collection mainly consists of business letters sent to Samuel and John Townsend, political and personal letters sent to Samuel Townsend, and family correspondence, including twenty letters written by Edmund Townsend during the Civil War.

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [Contact Us]