[Copy of minutes of a meeting of the Trustees], 1715 August 9 Digital
Scope and Contents
19th century handwritten copy of the minutes of a meeting of the Trustees outlining the plan of action in purchasing land from the Natick Indians. The copyist described the document as a "Copy of what appears to be an original record of a meeting in Samuel Sewall's handwriting--probably having escaped the notice of the writer of the present Book of Records. It as at least a certified copy of a vote thereat."
Dates
- Creation: 1715 August 9
Researcher Access
The Records of the Trustees of the Charity of Edward Hopkins are open for research with the following exceptions: Harvard University records in this collection are restricted for 50 years from the date of creation. Personnel and student records in this collection are closed for research through 80 years from the date of creation. Specific restrictions are noted in the inventory.
Extent
12.77 cubic feet (20 flat boxes, 14 volumes, 3 document boxes, 13 legal document boxes, 2 half legal document boxes, and 6 oversized folders)Creator
- From the Collection: Trustees of the Charity of Edward Hopkins. (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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