George Newbold to Rothschilds., 07/15/1842-07/15/1842

File — Box: 1, Folder: 16

Identifier: 86776

Collection-level Scope and Content Note

From the Collection:

The William Robinson, Jr. Papers contain retained letterbook copies of letters concerning Robinson's mission in 1842 to obtain a loan in Europe on behalf of the United States. Several letters by U.S. President John Tyler are present, and they deal with Robinson's appointment, the authorization for the loan, and notification of American envoys in Europe of Robinson's quest. Several letters by Robinson to U.S. Treasury Secretary Walter Forward update his progress and document his activities. In addition, there are numerous letters of introduction for Robinson sent to London, Paris, and Amsterdam. The collection is stored in one small archival box (0.25 linear feet).

Dates

07/15/1842-07/15/1842

Collection-level Access Restrictions

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Extent

From the Collection: 0.25 Linear Feet (1 box)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Additional Description

Shelf Location

04/13/02

Container Summary

1 Autograph Letter dated 7/15/1842 from George Newbold to Rothschilds, introducing William Robinson, Jr. Sent from Bank of America, New York to Paris.

Subjects and Associated Physical Materials

NEWBOLD, GEORGE - CORRESP. TO ROTHSCHILDS (1842): Other Types

ROTHSCHILDS - CORRESP. FROM NEWBOLD, GEORGE (1842): Other Types

ROBINSON, WILLIAM, JR. - REFERENCE (1842): Other Types