Letter from H. Wells to W. T. G. Morton, 1304-B

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Collection Type

Photography

Date

1907-01-22

GUSN

GUSN-392437

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Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917
Negatives
Artifacts
Early American
Letter from H. Wells to W. T. G. Morton, 1304-B
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Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917
- Negatives
  - Artifacts
    - Early American

Description

The image shows a handwritten letter dated October 20, 1846, from H. Wells to W. T. G. Morton. The letter discusses a method for disposing of rights and mentions a visit to Boston. Wells comments on the administration of a gas during operations and states its potential financial benefit if managed properly. The letter is signed "Yours in haste, H. Wells" and is addressed to Dr. W. T. G. Morton, a dentist located at No.19 Tremont Row, Boston. Photographed at the historical society rooms.

Details

Descriptive Terms

letters (correspondence)
personal correspondence
letters of advice
gelatin dry plate negatives

Inscription

10554

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP025211
B-Series negative 1304-B

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC022

Collection Name

Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

Date of Acquisition

1918-09-17

Reference Code

PC022.001.003.001.1304-B

Record Details

Originator

Coolidge, Baldwin, 1845-1928 (Photographer)

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives

Description Level

Item

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