18th Century American Charity Work for Women and Children

1773. Item #72

18th Century American Charity Work for Women and Children

Abstract of the Proceedings of the Corporation for the Relief of the Widows and Children of Clergymen of the Church of England in America. Including a detailed list of members and benefactors with their contributions, along with accounts of meetings held in key colonial cities such as New York, Philadelphia, Perth Amboy, and Elizabeth.  Philadelphia, James Humphreys in 1773.  8vo., 3/4 morrocco and marbled boards (rubbed); internally some toning.  GTS seminary bookplates and markings, last six leaves present but detached from textblock.    RARE. [INVJCB50-3]

Contains a very interesting subscriber list including a long list from Barbados in Barbados currency 

This scarce publication captures the philanthropic spirit and organizational efforts of the Church of England in colonial America, providing insight into the societal and ecclesiastical networks prior to the American Revolution. Its meticulous records and annotations reveal the structure and community involvement in supporting clerical families during a turbulent era.

Price: $750.00