Kernan, Edward Dolan (Dr.)., 07/19/1827-04/30/1874

File — Box: 3, Folder: 1

Identifier: 56198

Series-level Scope and Content Note

From the Series:

(Box 3, Folders 1 - 29) In two parts, the first contains files on various members of the Kernan family. Part two consists of genealogical data and miscellaneous printed information relating to the Kernan family's ancestry.

Dates

07/19/1827-04/30/1874

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Extent

From the Collection: 4.2 Linear Feet (4 Hollinger boxes (3 Record Storage; 1 drop front flat 11x14"))

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Additional Description

Container Summary

Contains various documents pertaining to TDK's great grandfather, Dr. Edward Dolan Kernan. Includes the following items - @ ALS by Dr. John Haller (Jan van Haller) testifying to Edward Kernan's qualification to practice "physick and surgery." Confirmed by Alexander Smyth, and dated 7/19/1827. @ ALS, dated July 24, 1862, from W.H. Geddings of the Medical Purveyor's Office to Dr. Kernan stipulating correct procedure for ordering medical supplies. Dr. Kernan was the surgeon of the 48th regiment of Virginia volunteers during the Civil War. @ ALS, dated April 30, 1874, to TDK's grandfather, Thomas D. Kernan, from Bishop Whelan, re the death of Edward Dolan Kernan.

Subjects and Associated Physical Materials

KERNAN, EDWARD DOLAN - CERTIFICATE: MEDICAL PRACTICE QUALIFICATION: Other Types

KERNAN, EDWARD DOLAN - CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED: Autographed Letter

KERNAN, EDWARD DOLAN - DEATH: CORRESPONDENCE RE.: Autographed Letter

KERNAN, THOMAS D. - CORRESPONDENCE RE DEATH OF EDWARD D. KERNAN: Autographed Letter

WHELAN, RICHARD V. (BISHOP) - CORRESPONDENCE TO KERNAN, THOMAS D.: Autographed Letter