Wadsworth, James, 1768-1844
Dates
- Existence: 1768 - 1844
Biography
James Wadsworth (April 20, 1768 Durham, Connecticut – June 7, 1844 Geneseo, New York) was an influential and prominent 18th and 19th century pioneer, educator, land speculator, agriculturalist, businessman, and community leader of the early Genesee Valley settlements in Western New York State. He was the patriarch of the prominent Genesee Valley Wadsworths.
Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:
James S. Wadsworth letter
Collection
Identifier: Mss 843412
Webster Mss 843412
Date(s):
1843-07-12
Abstract
In English.
James Wadsworth to D. McClure
Folder: 814567, Box 5
Part of McClure MS-1311: David McClure papers
Date(s):
1814-10-17
Scope and Contents
Two page letter from James Wadsworth in Genesee to D. McClure with a letter from Mr. Bassett of Hebron in regard to his settling as minister in Genesee. The state of Connecticut owns a valuable property in that town.
Found in:
David McClure papers
Mss Nos. 807368.2-817379
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