Griffin, Thomas Henry, 1836-1922. Papers, 1878-1883

Collection — Reel: 01

Identifier: SMHC Collection 0152

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Abstract

Thomas Henry Griffin was a farmer near Clinton Falls, Steele County, Minnesota. Most of the collection consists of account books which show receipts and expenditures for his farm and home; the prices of food, clothing, wood, and livestock; the wages paid to the hired help; and the amount of milk furnished to a cheese factory. The collection also includes a diary from 1878-1883, which includes information on the weather, dates for planting, and other aspects of his farming operations.

Dates

1878-1883

Creator

Griffin, Thomas Henry, 1836-1922 (Author, Person)

Conditions Governing Use

There are no restrictions on use of this collection for research purposes. The researcher assumes full responsibility for observing all copyright, property and libel laws as they apply.

Biographical / Historical

Thomas Henry Griffin was born in Chenango County, New York in 1836. He lived in New York with his family working as a farmer until the Civil War when he fought with the New York infantry unit. His unit fought on several fields of battle and was at Appomattox when General Lee surrendered. In August of 1865 he left home and headed to Minnesota. He bought interest in the Morrison land in Clinton Falls where he continued his life as a farmer. In 1859 he married Fannie E. Brown and had at least four children.1

Extent

1 Reels (1 microfilm reel)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Donated by Minnesota Historical Society in October 1975.

Subjects

Related Names

Creator

Griffin, Thomas Henry, 1836-1922 (Author, Person)

Finding Aid & Administrative Information

Title: SMHC Collection 0152. Griffin, Thomas Henry, 1836-1922. Papers, 1878-1883.
Status: Completed
Description rules: Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description: English
Script of description: Latin
Language of description note: English