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Lambert, Samuel Fitch (1784-1865)

 Person

Dates

  • Existence: 1784 - 1865

Biography

Samuel Fitch Lambert was a partner in the New York City commission merchant business Lambert & Brothers with his two brothers, David Rogers Lambert and John James Lambert. He lived in Wilton, Connecticut.

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

Lambert and Brothers records

Collection Identifier: Mss:761 1810-1829 L222
Scope and Contents:

Daybooks, account current, ledgers, and cash books kept by New York City commission merchants Lambert & Brothers from 1810 to 1829. There is also a letter book kept from 1822 to 1829 with correspondence related to business transaction related to the purchase of cotton from Southern states. Lambert & Brothers formed in 1822 when David Rogers Lambert brought on his brothers Samuel Fitch and John James Lambert as partners. Prior to 1822 the firm was entitled DRL & Co.