Letter from George Putnam in Zanzibar, 1969
Scope and Contents
A typescript copy of a letter from Putnam to his brother John, 8 July 1849, describing a voyage to East Africa in the 'Emily Wilder' and a meeting with his brother Horace (2 pages). There is an accompanying note by D.H. Simpson, R.C.S. Librarian, March 1969, providing background information (1 page).
Dates
- Creation: 1969
Creator
- Putnam, George C, fl1849 (Person)
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Biographical / Historical
George Putnam belonged to a seafaring family of Salem, Massachusetts.
Extent
1 folder(s) (1 folder (3 pages)) : paper
Language of Materials
English
Former / Other Reference
MSS 47
Other Finding Aids
MSS Addenda, vol. I.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Presented by Dr K. Pennycuick, March 1969.
General
This collection level description was created by RAS using information from the original typescript catalogue.
Originator(s)
Putnam, George C, fl 1849
Finding aid date
2003-10-09 09:10:43+00:00
Geographic
Repository Details
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