from Benjamin J. Lindsey (Marblehead Historical Society)
Item — Folder: MS0247.01.08, Item: 01
Identifier: MS0247.01.08.01
Scope and Contents
1915 January 12 Writes that he has collected 439 names of sea captains from 1780 to 1840 and pictures of 50 men and 50 vessels – considers publishing a book. Asks if friend Lew could send him a picture of Robert H. Dixey. Lists what he found for Lewis’ information: John Girdler (1769) and his ships, Lewis Girdler (1766) and his ships, Lewis Girdler (1793) his ships; Joseph Girdler (1763) and ships. Asks Lew to write something and get pictures of Dad or Granddad.
Dates
- Creation: 1783 to 1995
- Creation: Majority of material found within 1802 to 1915
Creator
- From the Collection: Girdler, Robert Mercer (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
Collection housed remotely. Users need to contact 24 hours in advance.
Extent
From the Collection: 2 boxes ; 1 linear foot
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the Lehigh University Special Collections Repository
Contact:
Lehigh University
Linderman Library
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Bethlehem PA 18045 USA
610-758-4506
610-758-6091 (Fax)
inspc@lehigh.edu
Lehigh University
Linderman Library
30 Library Drive
Bethlehem PA 18045 USA
610-758-4506
610-758-6091 (Fax)
inspc@lehigh.edu