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James Manning papers (MS-1C-1)

Brown University Library

Box A
Brown University
Providence, RI 02912
Tel: 401-863-2148
email: hay@brown.edu

Collection Overview

Title: James Manning papers
Date range: 1761-1827, (bulk 1765-1791)
Creator: Manning, James, 1738-1791
Extent: 0.5 linear feet (c.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.
Language of materials: English.
Repository: John Hay Library
Collection number: MS-1C-1