Papers of Richard H. Patchin of Marlborough, Ulster County, N.Y., who was a teacher, clothing sales clerk, farmer and public lecturer.

Largely includes accounts of Patchin’s daily activities and personal reflections.  Correspondence and professional documents also make up a portion of the collection.  The materials document Patchin’s work as a teacher, farmer, clothing sales clerk, and lecturer in and around Marlborough, New York during the mid and late 19th century.  The documents also address religion, relationships, business activities, and personal aspirations.  Some of Patchin's writings suggest that he had periods of mental instability that appear to have increased with age.

 

Acc. 2009.194 consist of 0.05 cu. ft. of papers, 1860-1879. Included are documents relating to his teaching, a receipt and notes on his financial situation and troubles, as well as miscellaneous writings on a variety of topics.

Several pages of notes are written on the back of broadsides advertising two of his public lectures, titled 'The Characteristics for the Highest Human Happiness' and 'The Element for Success in Business' - both undated.

Acc. 2010.406 consists of 0.05 cu.ft. of papers, circa 1866-1888. Included are writings and notes on a variety of topics, as well as accounts.