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M.H. to Jeffries, Mary Ann Janney, 1860-02-27

 File — Box: 29

Scope and Contents

Includes a section about Edwin Coppock, who was tried and convicted of treason for taking part in John Brown's raid on Harper's Ferry.

Dates

  • Creation: 1860-02-27

Conditions Governing Access

Access to the collection is unrestricted.

Biographical / Historical

Mary Ann Janney was the child of George Fox Janney (1786-1822) and Sarah John of Baltimore. She married Benjamin Jeffries of Elsburg, PA in 1845. Their daughter, Georgianna Jefferies, married into the McWilliams family.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Gift of Barbara McWilliams (acc. FHL-2024-010)

Physical Description

Autograph Letter with typed transcription

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