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Passmore family papers

 Collection — othertype: SC-093
Identifier: SFHL-SC-093

Abstract

This collection includes papers of the Passmore family. Of particular interest are letters to Mary Passmore from her siblings George S. Pennock, Margaret and Rachel, relating family and local news. Also included are various invitations and collected poems.

Dates

  • 1810-1866

Creator

Restrictions on Access

This collection is available for research use.

Biographical / Historical

Mary Passmore, a Quaker from London Grove, Pennsylvania, was born in 1795, the daughter of George and Mary (Pennock) Passmore. She was one of twelve children, including George Pennock, Margaret, and Rachel. In 1830 she married Jesse Hughes, and she died in 1869.

Extent

.1 Linear Feet (.1 linear feet (7 folders.))

Language

English

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Source of acquisition--Dorothy Biddle James. Method of acquisition--Gift of; Date of acquisition--1973.

Description rules
Archives, Personal Papers, And Manuscripts (Appm)
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin

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