Proffit, George H., 1807-1847
Person
Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:
George H. Proffit collection
Collection — Folder: S1087
Identifier: S1087
Scope and Contents
This collection contains a photostat as well as a xeroxed copy of handwritten daily journal entries by George H. Proffit, from August 20 until October 27, 1837. These entries document the removal of the Potawatomi Indians from a camp on Crooked Creek on August 20 until the last entry made in Harmony, Missouri on October 27. Mr. Proffit calls his entries "Journal of Emigration." He gives number of miles traveled, rations issued, and facts about the trip.On September 22, he wrote:...
Dates:
1837
Hamilton family papers
Collection
Identifier: L062
Scope and Contents
This collection contains business papers, correspondence, receipts and deeds from the firm of Hamilton and Taber, including Cyrus Taber's correspondence with Allen Hamilton. Much of the correspondence regards business, various Indian treaties, railroads, politics, and the settlement of Hamilton's estate following his death in 1864. Materials date from 1788 through 1963, with the bulk of the collection dating from Allen Hamilton's career. Materials are arranged chronologically, with business...
Dates:
1788-1963
Found in:
Rare Books and Manuscripts
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Hamilton family papers
