Waterhouse, John Fothergill, 1791-1817, 18 A.L. to Elizabeth Watson (Waterhouse) Ware and Mary (Waterhouse) Ware; Philadelphia, Folder 3, 1815 February 17-December 16, and undated, 1815 February 17-December 16 Digital
Scope and Contents
Correspondence to his sisters discussing his work, social life, and other events in Philadelphia, such as ceremonies for the launch of the United States naval ship Franklin, several deaths with the launch, and an ensuing riot. He also writes expressing grief over the death of their mother, and offers observations on cultural differences between Boston and Philadelphia.
Dates
- Creation: 1815 February 17-December 16
Conditions Governing Access
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Extent
0.5 cubic feet (1 flat storage box and 1 half legal document box)Creator
- From the Collection: Waterhouse family. (Family)
Repository Details
Part of the Center for the History of Medicine (Francis A. Countway Library of Medicine) Repository
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