Apthorp family papers - 1741-1964

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HMA0080

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Apthorp family papers - 1741-1964

Date(s)

  • 1741-1964 (Creation)

Extent

2 boxes (1 linear ft.)

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Scope and content

Bulk of the collection concerns the Apthorp family, especially William Lee Apthorp. Much genealogical information; documents, including two short diaries, deeds, letters, primarily with 19th century dates; an 1877 map of Florida, and items related to William Lee Apthorp's Civil War service (source of some of the diaries). Also included are 24 items relating to the Osgood family, and smaller amounts for the Weeks and Morse families. Other items: William H. Gleason's 1868 Proclamation (against Governor Harrison Reed); and a 1975 publication: The People of lawmaking in Florida, 1845/1975.

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Grouped by topic in folders arranged alphabetically

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The collection is open for research.

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  • English

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    Custodial history

    Gift of James W. Apthorp, 1982

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    Gift

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    Accession:

    1982-187

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    © Copyright 2019 HistoryMiami Archives & Research Center. All rights reserved.

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