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Benjamin Ferris apprenticeship indenture, 1795

 File — Box: 14

Scope and Contents

Contract for apprenticeship with Thomas Parker, watch-maker, Philadelphia. Contract was for 5 years, 10 months. Note from Ferris that he was 14 years old and began 2 of 11 month 1794. Indenture signed 5th of 10 month 1795. Note on reverse "Indenture Ending 7th of 8th mo 1801." Also certificate for property on 2nd Street, 1795, and sketch.

Dates

  • Creation: 1795

Conditions Governing Access

Access is through microfilm when available. Collection is open for research.

Physical Facet

1 folder

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