William F. Fisk Papers, 1784-1911, bulk 1887-1901

Title:

William F. Fisk Papers, 1784-1911, bulk 1887-1901

Creator:

Fisk, William F., 1876

Creator Role:

Author

Accession / Call Number:

1984.039

Object ID:

1984-039

Date:

1784-1911

Type of Material:

textual record

Physical Description:

1 box ; 0.21 linear feet

Scope and Content:

The majority of the collection consists of the papers of William F. Fisk. Among William F. Fisk's correspondence is a letter from his uncle, John N. Fisk, and two letters from Augusta H. Eaton from Bradford. There are letters from childhood friends and professional correspondence regarding Fisk's entomological work with the Georgia State Board. The letters reflect Fisk's early interest in collecting wood specimens and postage stamps, developing later into his professional interest in entomology. The papers also include letters from and to Friend Fuller Fisk and spouse Jane Fisk. Additionally, the William T. Fisk diary, an almanack and pocket memorandum, provides a record of farm life and accounts of farm product sales.

Subjects:

Correspondence , Diaries , Entomologists , Entomology , Farmers , Farms , Patents

Locations:

Concord, NH
Webster, NH

People:

Fisk, Elijah, 1753-1818 , Fisk, William T., 1830 , Fisk, William F., 1876 , Fisk, John, 1789-1878 , Fisk, Friend Fuller, 1828-1906

Organizations:

Fisk family

Credit Line:

Gift of Mrs. Edward D. Harrington Jr.

Restrictions:

Available for research.

Level Description:

Collection

Finding Aid Link:

RS68615_Fisk_William_F._Papers_1984.039.pdf