James Lefferts Brinckerhoff Papers, 1837-1859

Summary

Creator:

Brinckerhoff, James Lefferts.

Abstract:

The papers include personal papers and business records.

Extent:

.25 cubic ft. (in 1 box)

Language:

English

Authors:

Collection processed and finding aid created by unknown, D. Minnis, M. Matyn

Background

Scope and Content:

The collection consists mostly of the papers and business records of James Lefferts Brinckerhoff (1791-1846), Frederic Bronson’s father-in-law. Also included are a few family correspondences of Abraham and Jane Brinckerhoff. (See the Frederic Bronson finding aid for more information.)

Biographical / Historical:

Biography:

Frederic Bronson (1802-1868) Charlotte Brinckerhoff of New York, the daughter of James Lefferts Brinckerhoff (1791-1846), a businessman, on March 1, 1838. Frederic and Charlotte had at least three children: Frederic (died 1900); Charlotte; and Louisa. (This information is from reel 1 of 30 Bronson Family Papers, filmed at the New York Public Library (NYPL) in 1971 and available at the Clarke Historical Library.)

Acquisition Information:

Acc# 2554

Arrangement:

Arrangement is alphabetical then chronological.

Subjects

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Names:

Brinckerhoff family.
Bronson family.
Brinckerhoff, James Lefferts.

Places:

New York (State)--History.
New York (State)--Genealogy.