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Correspondence of Harriet B. Gerrish, 1838-1855

 Series — Box: 3
Identifier: Series 3

Scope and Contents

The bulk of these letters to and from Harriet Blanchard and her family members date from the late 1840s to the mid 1850s. They cover Harriet's career as a teacher in Ohio. Included are two teaching certificates dated 1845 and 1855. Harriet did not marry Nathaniel until age 41, and thus was able to devote at least ten years to her teaching career. Arranged chronologically.

Dates

  • Creation: 1838-1855

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Unrestricted.

Extent

0.4 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the Oberlin College Archives Repository

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