1:2. "Security of the Frontier.", 1758., bulk: 1758 - 1758

File — Box: 1, Folder: 2

Scope and Contents note

From the Collection:

Miscellaneous Manuscripts Collection 5 consists of letters and documents by and about notable individuals in history, literature, religion, government, and other fields. The items in this collection are gifts and purchases.

Dates

1758.
Majority of material found in 1758 - 1758

Conditions Governing Access note

Most manuscripts collections at the Georgetown University Booth Family Center for Special Collections are open to researchers; however, restrictions may apply to some collections. Collections stored off site require a minimum of three days for retrieval. For use of all manuscripts collections, researchers are advised to contact the Booth Family Center for Special Collections in advance of any visit.

Extent

From the Collection: 0.25 Linear Feet (1 box)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Container Summary

Newspaper fragment from the "Pennsylvania Gazette," March 2, 1758, regarding frontier security. Published by Benjamin Franklin. Includes photocopy enlargement of original clipping. Possibly a stray item from the Eric Menke Papers processed in 1980 (typed, non-digital). Found loose on top of Eric Smith Papers (Aisle 17) by LM, 11/2010.