Freeman, Jonathan, 1745-1808
Dates
- Existence: 1745 - 1808
Jonathan Freeman (1745-1808) was a Trustee of Dartmouth College from 1793-1808 as well as Financier of Dartmouth College from 1789-1808. In 1797, Freeman was elected to the U.S. Congress where he served until 1801. As an original Hanover settler and prominent landholder, Freeman was responsible for the first survey of the village as well as its design with the Green at the center.
Found in 121 Collections and/or Records:
Jon Freeman letter
Mss 794162
Collection
Identifier: Mss 794162
Scope and Contents
Letter from Jonathan Freeman of Exter to Nathaniel Peabody with acknowledement of donation of two hundred acres in Landaff to Dartmouth College deeded to Nathaniel Hovey for debt toward by College.
Jon. Freeman letter
Mss 798226
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Identifier: Mss 798226
Scope and Contents
Letter from Jon. Freeman of Philadelphia to James D. Westcott, writer's son Randolph set out for West Indies but his ship was captured and burned. Writer has heard that Randolph has been seen in Alexandria Virginia, and begs addressee to send him any information he may have or to advance money to send the boy to writer.
Jon. Freeman letter
Mss 800156
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Identifier: Mss 800156
Scope and Contents
Letter from Jon. Freeman of Philadelphia to W.A. Kent regarding lottery. Discussion of doings of Congress approaching election. Hopes New Hampshire will be watchful and not suffer fire of democracy to advance.
Jon. Freeman notice
Mss 794251
Collection
Identifier: Mss 794251
Scope and Contents
Notice from Jon. Freeman of Hanover to Proprietors calling meeting at Ben. Hatch's Inn, Hanover, to decide highways and other questions as listed, Russel Freeman is elected moderator.