Letter from Increase Mather to Sir William Ashurst, 1709 December 5 Digital
Scope and Contents
Sir William Ashurst was treasurer and governor of the New England Company, which had established the Massachusetts Bay Colony in 1630. This letter conveys Mather’s discontent with Governor Joseph Dudley. Published transcription in Publications of The Colonial Society of Massachusetts, volume 49, pages 228-229.
Dates
- Creation: 1709 December 5
Conditions on Use and Access
The Papers of Increase Mather are open for research use. Access to fragile original documents may be restricted. Please consult the reference staff for further details.
Extent
0.1 cubic feet (9 documents in 1 folio box)Creator
- From the Collection: Mather, Increase, 1639-1723 (Person)
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