The article presents a report issued by the American Antiquarian Society's (AAS) librarian. The acquisition of bookplates by the AAS Library and the transfer of mineral specimens from the library to the Worcester Polytechnic Institute are noted. The author notes the acquisition of books, pamphlets, newspapers, manuscripts and portraits by the society. AAS member Samuel Jennison donated a notebook owned by attorney Thomas Lechford. AAS member Wilberforce Eames donated a facsimile of an agreement formed by the American Continental Congress regarding exports from America. A portrait of William Henshaw, an American colonel during the U.S. Revolutionary War, was donated to the AAS along with his military journal.
Report of the Librarian.
Publication Date
Volume
11
Part
1
Page Range
217-250
Proceedings Genre