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Peter Larew Papers, 1790-1892 A&M 1603

Peter Larew Papers, 1790-1892 A&M 1603


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West Virginia and Regional History Center

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Morgantown, WV 26506-6069
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Repository
West Virginia and Regional History Center
Identification
A&M 1603
Title
Peter Larew Papers 1790-1892
URL:
https://archives.lib.wvu.edu/ark:/99999/198474
Quantity
0 Linear Feet, Summary: 1 reel of microfilm (4 folders)
Creator
Larew, Peter
Location
West Virginia and Regional History Center / West Virginia University / 1549 University Avenue / P.O. Box 6069 / Morgantown, WV 26506-6069 / Phone: 304-293-3536 / Fax: 304-293-3981 / URL: https://wvrhc.lib.wvu.edu/
Language
English
Abstract
Papers of a pioneer Monroe County family, including a manuscript ciphering book, 1790, a diary of a journey to southwestern Ohio, 1810, a manuscript militia manual and company roster, and various business, church, and legal papers of county militia captain, Peter Larew. The papers of his son, John M., include a general merchandise account book, the estate papers, and various business and legal documents. The collection also contains a series of letters, 1876-1892, from John Larew's sons in California commenting upon school teaching, agriculture, and travel in the Far West.

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Preferred Citation

[Description and date of item], [Box/folder number], Peter Larew Papers, A&M 1603, West Virginia and Regional History Center, West Virginia University Libraries, Morgantown, West Virginia.

Subjects and Indexing Terms

  • Account books
  • Agriculture
  • California
  • Church buildings
  • Diaries and journals.
  • Frontier and pioneer life
  • General stores
  • Larew, John M.
  • Larew, Peter
  • Militia
  • Monroe County (W. Va.)
  • Ohio
  • Teachers
  • Travel accounts.

Significant Persons Associated With the Collection

  • Larew, John M.
  • Larew, Peter
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Significant Places Associated With the Collection

  • California
  • Monroe County (W. Va.)
  • Ohio
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