A. Correspondence, 1782-1837., 1782-1837
Scope and Contents
Consists of correspondence from John Adams, John Quincy Adams, James Madison, Thomas Jefferson, Sylvanus Fansher, and Edward Jenner, among others, to Waterhouse, as well as correspondence from Waterhouse to various friends, associates, and family members. Topics of correspondence include: smallpox inoculation in New England; the "Essex Junto," a group of conservative Federalists Waterhouse believed responsible for his dismissal from Harvard and subsequent professional difficulties; Waterhouse's career after leaving Harvard, and his role in the establishment of the Marine Hospital in Charlestown, Massachusetts; and Waterhouse's published works, including The Botanist and Essay on Junius and his letters. Correspondence from Waterhouse to his children relate to his travels, work, and social activities. His correspondence to daughter Mary (Waterhouse) Ware often focus on the activities and professional prospects of his other children.
Dates
- Creation: 1782-1837
Language of Materials
Collection is in English, French, and Latin.
Conditions Governing Access
Collection is open for research. Access requires advance notice. Contact Public Services for further information.
Extent
02.25 cubic feet (6 flat storage boxes)Arrangement
Subseries A is arranged alphabetically by correspondent.
Creator
- From the Collection: Waterhouse family. (Family)
- From the Collection: Waterhouse, Benjamin, 1754-1846. (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Center for the History of Medicine (Francis A. Countway Library of Medicine) Repository
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