Correspondence 1805: James Causten to Jane Causten & Joseph Causten., 12/03/1805-12/03/1805

File — Box: 1, Folder: 1

Identifier: 58778

Series-level Scope and Content Note

From the Series:

This series contains the correspondence of the Causten family written over a period of fifteen years, relating their experiences as both merchants and sailors.

Dates

12/03/1805-12/03/1805

Collection-level Access Restrictions

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Extent

From the Collection: 0.20 Linear Feet (1 half width legal size document case)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Additional Description

Container Summary

Contains ALS, 2 pages/1 sheet. Two letters have been written on this one sheet. The first letter was addressed to James Causten's mother, Jane, and the second to James' brother, Joseph. Both letters bear the date December 3, 1805. Reference to James Causten's efforts to find an apprenticeship after completing his obligations as a sailor.

Subjects and Associated Physical Materials

CAUSTEN, JAMES - CORRESP. TO JANE CAUSTEN: Autographed Letter

CAUSTEN, JAMES - CORRESP. TO JOSEPH CAUSTEN: Autographed Letter

CAUSTEN, JANE - CORRESP. FROM JAMES CAUSTEN: Autographed Letter

CAUSTEN, JOSEPH - CORRESP. FROM JAMES CAUSTEN: Autographed Letter

CAUSTEN, ISAAC - CORRESP. RE: Autographed Letter

BELTZHOOVER, MR. - CORRESP. RE SADDLER BUSINESS: Autographed Letter

DUNSMORE, CAPT. - CORRESP. RE: Autographed Letter