Isaac Wilkins letters, 1783-1827
Collection context
- Creator:
- Wilkins, Isaac, 1742-1830
- Extent:
- 1 box 1 box (26 items)
- Language:
- English .
- Scope and content:
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Letters written by Rev. Wilkins and his wife to members of their family. Most of the letters are dated from "West Chester" (New York) and addressed to his daughter, Mrs. Sarah Burns, and her husband, Dr. Burns, at Borden Town, N.J. and later at Philadelphia, Pa. They deal with family and personal affairs, daily life, clerical activities, travel, and paternal advice.
- Biographical / historical:
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Clergyman.
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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This collection is located on-site.
This collection has no restrictions.
- Terms of access:
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Reproductions may be made for research purposes. The RBML maintains ownership of the physical material only. Copyright remains with the creator and his/her heirs. The responsibility to secure copyright permission rests with the patron.
- Preferred citation:
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Identification of specific item; Date (if known); Isaac Wilkins letters; Box and Folder; Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Columbia University Library.
- Location of this collection:
- Before you visit:
- Researchers interested in viewing materials in the RBML reading room must must book an appointment at least 7 days in advance. To make the most of your visit, be sure to request your desired materials before booking your appointment, as researchers are limited to 5 items per day.
- Contact:
- rbml@library.columbia.edu