Manuscripts, 1840-1929
Sub-Series — Box: 1-3
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Series:
This sub-series contains the manuscripts, notes, and published writings created by Esther H. Thompson on a variety of topics relating to the history of Litchfield. Some items of note are her childhood memory of troops mustering on the town green during the Civil War and the discussion of slaves in town, particularly the case of William Grimes.
Dates
- Other: 1840-1929
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 Series: 1-5 boxes
Language of Materials
English
Repository Details
Part of the Litchfield Historical Society Repository
Contact:
7 South Street
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