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MS18 - John H. Shaw Papers, 1825-1859

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Collection Overview: The papers contain primarily deeds, agreements and receipted bills.

Historical Note: John H. Shaw (1798- 1872), born on Nantucket, established himself as part-owner of many ships including the “Alabama,” “Mount Vernon,” and “Barclay.” He also invested in Nantucket land. In 1857, Shaw made an agreement with Cartwright, Harrison and Co. of New York to sell spermaceti candles on Nantucket. Shaw died in Lynn, Massachusetts at 64 years of age.

Contents:

a) Power of Attorney from Henry D. Gray of Boston. June 13, 1839

b) Agreement to sell consignments of whale oil between John H. and Cartwright, Harrison & Co. Oct. 13, 1857

c) Court of Insolvency paper. Nantucket, Sept. 30, 1859

d) Receipted bills from Edward G. Kelley. 1856,1857 Mentions Ship "Planter."

e) Agreement between David Baxter to move land boundaries located within the town of Nantucket. Sept. 6,1846

f) Insurance policy on house. Nantucket, July 18, 1825

g) Deeds: For purchase of land from George T. Baker and John W. Barrett. Nantucket, Dec. 26, 1826 For purchase of land from Edward G. Kelley. Nantucket, July 6,1857

h) 5 Shares in the Nantucket Propeller Company. Aug. 12,1856