Letter from Charles Stearns to Edward Wigglesworth, 1781 November 8, and receipt signed by Stephen Sewall, 1781 November 8 Digital
Scope and Contents
In a letter to Wigglesworth, acting president of Harvard and Hollis Professor of Divinity, Stearns resigns his tutorship and writes that he will return an unnamed silver tankard and various books to the College. The folder also includes as a receipt for those objects upon their return, signed by Harvard Professor Stephen Sewall.
Dates
- Creation: 1781 November 8
Researcher Access
Open for research.
Extent
.05 cubic feet (5 folders)Repository Details
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