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James Manning papers (AMS.1C.1)

Brown University Library

Box A
Brown University
Providence, RI 02912
Telephone: Manuscripts: 401-863-3723; University Archives: 401-863-2148
Email: Manuscripts: hay@brown.edu; University Archives: archives@brown.edu

Collection Overview

Title: James Manning papers
Date range: 1761-1827, (1765-1791)
Creator: Manning, James, 1738-1791
Extent: 0.5 Linear Feet
ca. 230 items
Abstract: The James Manning papers consist primarily of correspondence dating from 1765-1791 with prominent British and American Baptist ministers. Much of the correspondence involves the early history of Brown University or various issues regarding the Baptist religion and the growing tide of religion in Providence, Rhode Island.
Repository: John Hay Library, University Archives and Manuscripts
Collection number: AMS.1C.1