1823 Mar
Folder 63
File — Folder: 63
Identifier: Folder 63
Scope and Contents
Four letters to John Paine Cushman, three from Benjamin Tallmadge and one from Phebe Tallmadge.
Benjamin Tallmadge writes concerning his investments; the legacy of his recently deceased brother John; and his thoughts on religion, including the rebirth of the soul and the subjects of a sermon by Lyman Beecher. He also reviews the availability of boarding places for young ladies who wish to attend the Litchfield Female Academy.
The letter from Phebe Tallmadge describes the death and funeral of Uncle John Tallmadge, Benjamin Tallmadge's brother.
Dates
- created: 1776-1856
Creator
- From the Collection: Tallmadge, Benjamin, 1754-1835 (Person)
- From the Collection: Cushman, John P. (John Paine), 1784-1848 (Person)
- From the Collection: Tallmadge, Frederick A. (Frederick Augustus), 1792-1869 (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
This collection is open for research.
Extent
From the Collection: 2.08 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the Litchfield Historical Society Repository
Contact:
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P.O. Box 385
Litchfield CT 06759
860-567-4501
860-567-3565 (Fax)
archivist@litchfieldhistoricalsociety.org
7 South Street
P.O. Box 385
Litchfield CT 06759
860-567-4501
860-567-3565 (Fax)
archivist@litchfieldhistoricalsociety.org