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Grew, Jane Wigglesworth

 Person

Dates

  • Existence: 1806 - 1868

Biography

Widely known for acts of charity. Married to Henry Grew. Sister-in-law to Anna Grew Alvord and Sarah Page Grew Potts.

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

Jane Wigglesworth Grew, Anna Grew Alvord, and Sarah Page Grew Potts investment account book

Collection Identifier: Mss:8893 1851-1862 G841
Scope and Contents: Account book includes the investment accounts for Jane Wigglesworth Grew, Anna G. Alvord, and Sarah P. Potts. All three were in possession of substantial amounts of money and they derived income from notes, rental property, and stock dividends. They invested in a variety of companies, including R. C. McKay & Co., Howe Pierce & Co., Pacific Mills, Pepperell Mills, and Washington Mills. The back of the volume also lists the yearly expenses for Jane and Henry Grew of Boston,...