Lawrence, Abbott, 1792-1855
Dates
- Existence: 1792 - 1855
Biography
Abbott Lawrence (December 16, 1792, Groton, Massachusetts – August 18, 1855) was a prominent American businessman, politician, and philanthropist. He founded Lawrence, Massachusetts.
Found in 9 Collections and/or Records:
Abbott Lawrence letter
Item 1
Identifier: Mss 852115
Webster Mss 852115
Date(s):
1852-01-15
Abstract
In English.
Abbott Lawrence letter
Item 1
Identifier: Mss 852156
Webster Mss 852156
Date(s):
1852-02-06
Abstract
In English.
Abbott Lawrence letter
Item 1
Identifier: Mss 827612.1
Webster Mss 827612.1
Date(s):
1827-11-12
Abstract
In English.
Abbott Lawrence letter
Item 1
Identifier: Mss 827626
Webster Mss 827626
Date(s):
1827-11-26
Abstract
In English.
Abbott Lawrence letter
Item 1
Identifier: Mss 828558
Webster Mss 828558
Date(s):
1828-10-08
Abstract
In English.
Abbott Lawrence letter
Item 1
Identifier: Mss 842607
Webster Mss 842607
Date(s):
1842-11-07
Scope and Contents
Two-page letter from Abbott Lawrence in Boston to Daniel Webster in Washington in which he recommends Ralph Emerson for appointment as consul. Includes newspaper clipping and brief biographical sketch about Abbott Lawrence.
Abbott Lawrence signature
Item 1
Identifier: Mss 833173
Mss 833173
Date(s):
1833-02-23
Abstract
In English.
Daniel Webster letter
Item 1
Identifier: Mss 851113
Webster Mss 851113
Date(s):
1851-01-13
Scope and Contents
Three-page letter from Daniel Webster in Washington to Abbott Lawrence, regarding personal matters. Also discusses the current session of Congress and asks about the gold and silver situation in England.
US President James Knox Polk letter
Item 1
Identifier: Mss 848622.1
Mss 848622.1
Date(s):
1848-11-22
Abstract
In English.