Fitts Family Papers

Collection

Identifier: 1998-0137

Staff Only

Scope and Content

The Fitts Family Papers consists of chronologically arranged correspondence, legal papers, bills and receipts, tax records, deeds, promissory notes and other papers dating from 1770 through 1909. Also included are election notices, a physicians note and an auction notice.

Dates

Creation: 1770-1909.

Access

The collection is open and available for research.

Restrictions on Use

Permission to publish from these Papers must be obtained in writing from both the University of Connecticut Libraries and the owner(s) of the copyright.

Biography

The papers concern three individuals from Ashford, Windham County, CT. Stephen Fitts, John Moore and Frederick Knowlton are all mentioned in the papers. One 1834 letter of interest was written by Lorraine Preston, probably the sister of John Moore, describing the migration to Ohio and the great opportunities that existed there at the time.

Extent

0.5 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

Papers concerning three individuals of the Fitts family.

Acquisition Information

Unknown.

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