James A. Barron, Charles Town, to “Mr. Blow” (Portsmouth), 1804 June 1
Scope and Contents
Re: coming to Portsmouth, to establish a tannery. Wishes Blow to assist him and his friend, Crossthwaits, from Keswich, England. Has worked for Mr. Wm. Plume tanner, a short time. [Plume had been in Williamsburg for years prior to going to Portsmouth] Barron knows of a new process for tanning which shortens time; also knows great deal about skinning sheep, etc. [Letter provides great detail on tanning]
Dates
- Creation: 1804 June 1
Language of Materials
English
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Extent
From the Collection: 16 Linear Feet (39 Century boxes.)
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository