Monday, August 04, 2008

Calvin Goddard, Shrewsbury, Massachusetts 1799

Calvin Goddard of Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, writes to his uncle Reverent Edward Goddard of Swanzey, New Hampshire, April 26, 1799. Content involves financial matters, settling of a family estate, the Reverend's removal from his pastoral duties at Swanzey, the probate case being heard in Worcester Courts, and would Uncle please pay his debt to settle the estate.

This old letter would be a great find if you are a Goddard descndant. It is for sale on Ebay if you want to take a look. Item number: 190240109363

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

I am researching the early inhabitants of Swanzey NH. This letter would help me piece together the puzzle. I would greatly appreciate the owner be kind enough to contact me at elonge@verizon.net. Thanks