Franklin D. Wright papers, 1790-1897

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Summary

Creator:
Wright, Franklin D.
Abstract:
Franklin D. Wright was a lawyer from Auburn, New York in the mid-to late 19th century. Collection includes correspondence, legal papers, financial papers, and 4 volumes. The collection ranges in date from 1790-1897.
Extent:
2.5 Linear Feet
approx. 550 Items
Language:
Material in English
Collection ID:
RL.01414

Background

Scope and content:

The collection includes professional correspondence, bills and receipts of clientele, legal papers and indentures, and a woman's diary. Some of the materials appear to pre-date Wright's work.

Biographical / historical:

Franklin D. Wright was a laywer in Auburn, New York in the mid-to late 19th century. He practiced in the Law Offices of F. D. and J. A. Wright with his brother, James A. Wright. The work of the firm appears to be related to debts and indentures.

Acquisition information:
The Franklin D. Wright Papers were received by the David M. Rubenstein Rare Book Manuscript Library as a purchase in 1955.
Processing information:

Processed by Jessica Roseberry, October 2011

Encoded by Kimberly Sims, October 2011

Accession(s) described in this finding aid: 48-2221

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Subjects:
Women -- Personal narratives
Lawyers -- New York (State) -- Correspondence
Lawyers -- New York (State)
Names:
Wright, Franklin D.

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