The Memorial of Nicholas Sever and William Welsteed (manuscript copy), 1721 June 21 Digital
Scope and Contents
One folio-sized leaf containing a handwritten draft of the June 21, 1721 memorial from Nicholas Sever and William Welsteed to the Harvard Board of Overseers. The document is labeled "a true copy" and begins, "Sheweth That ye next &..." and contains struck-through words and edits.
Dates
- Creation: 1721 June 21
Researcher Access
The Records relating to the Fellowship controversy are open for research.
Extent
.18 cubic feet (6 folders)Immediate Source of Acquisition
This item was originally part of the Overseers' papers and was moved to Albert Matthew's research files where it was labeled #16.
Creator
- From the Collection: Harvard University (Organization)
Repository Details
Part of the Harvard University Archives Repository
Holding nearly four centuries of materials, the Harvard University Archives is the principal repository for the institutional records of Harvard University and the personal archives of Harvard faculty, as well as collections related to students, alumni, Harvard-affiliates and other associated topics. The collections document the intellectual, cultural, administrative and social life of Harvard and the influence of the University as it emerged across the globe.
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