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Ira Colby Jr. papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS-943
MS-943

  • Staff Only

Description

The papers of Ira Colby, Jr. contain correspondence between Hon. Ira Colby, his son Ira G. Colby and various clients, law firms, courts, and businesses. The Colby firm handled settlements regarding wills, lands, and bill collection. Correspondence with family and friends concerning Dartmouth College and teaching posts Colby, Jr. held in Massachusetts and New Hampshire as well as diaries are also included.

Dates

  • 1865 - 1929

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Unrestricted

Conditions Governing Use

Permission from Dartmouth College required for publication or reproduction.

Extent

3.75 linear ft. (6 boxes)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

Ira Colby, Jr (1831-1908), lawyer. Dartmouth College Class of 1857. Consist of typed and handwritten personal and business correspondence related to the law firm of Ira Colby and Son, Claremont, NH.

Part of the Rauner Library Archives and Manuscripts Repository

Contact:
6065 Webster Hall
Hanover NH 03755 USA

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