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James Duncan papers

Title
James Duncan papers, 1846-1848.
Author
Duncan, James, -1848.
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Description
.15 linear foot (1 v.)
Summary
Collection consists of Duncan's diary, copies of letters to his family and friends in Ireland, and some notes and memoranda.
Subject
  • Duncan, James, -1848
  • Presbyterians > Ireland
  • Voyages and travels
  • Canada > Social life and customs > 19th century
  • Ireland > Social life and customs > 19th century
  • New York (State) > Description and travel
  • United States > Emigration and immigration
Genre/Form
Diaries.
Access (note)
  • Restricted access;
Source (note)
  • Duncan, Susan
Biography (note)
  • James (John) Duncan (d. 1848), from Northern Ireland (County Down), emigrated to America and settled in Brantford, Ontario, Canada. He was the uncle of Canadian author Norman Duncan (1871-1916).
Processing Action (note)
  • Cataloged
Call Number
MssCol 859
OCLC
NYPW93-A189
Author
Duncan, James, -1848.
Title
James Duncan papers, 1846-1848.
Restricted Access
Restricted access; Manuscripts and Archives Division; Permit must be requested at the division indicated.
Biography
James (John) Duncan (d. 1848), from Northern Ireland (County Down), emigrated to America and settled in Brantford, Ontario, Canada. He was the uncle of Canadian author Norman Duncan (1871-1916).
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Research Call Number
MssCol 859
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