Other Family Papers, 1786-1904
Scope and Contents
The personal papers of the Thompson family (1929-01-0, 3 linear feet) consists of correspondence, notes, personal manuscripts and newspaper publications of various writings of Esther H. Thompson on various topics pertaining to the history of Litchfield, including her childhood recollections of troops mustering for the Civil War on the town green. Also included is information on botany and other topics relating to the Village Improvement Society. Additionally, the collection contains personal and business correspondence from and to William H. Thompson, as well as a variety of legal documents and receipts. Several letters include information on William Grimes, author of "The Life of William Grimes," the first book-length autobiography by a fugitive American slave. Other material relates to other members of the Thompson family and includes correspondence, literary compositions, legal documents, bills and receipts, and copy books.
Dates
- Creation: 1786-1904
Creator
- From the Collection: Thompson, Esther H., 1853-1929 (Person)
- From the Collection: Thompson, George William, 1816-1891 (Person)
- From the Collection: Beecher, Catharine Esther, 1800-1878 (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is open for research.
Extent
From the Collection: 3 Linear Feet
From the Collection: 7 boxes
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the Litchfield Historical Society Repository
7 South Street
P.O. Box 385
Litchfield CT 06759
860-567-4501
860-567-3565 (Fax)
archivist@litchfieldhistoricalsociety.org