Title
Newspaper ClippingDescription
Newspaper clipping that features classified ads for things such as medicines, flour, musical works, and new books. The backside features law and order nominations; For Governor, Byron Diman, of Bristol, for Lieutenant- Governor, Elisha Harris, of Coventry, for Secretary of State, Henry Bowen, of Providence, for Attorney General, Joseph M. Blake, of Bristol, for General Treasurer, Stephen Cahoone, of Newport. Additionally, there’s information on the martial law cases as well as military orders published in yesterdays paper.Date(s) of Creation
1846Container
File Folder 4Subjects
Military orders, Newspapers--19th century, Warren, Rhode IslandTitle
Memoranda of Roger WilliamsDescription
In this memoranda, Fessenden creates an index of page numbers and dates from James Davis Knowles Memoir of Roger Williams: Founder of the State of Rhode Island published in 1834. Fessenden begins with the arrival of Williams in in Nantasket in 1631 to his banishment from the Massachusetts Bay Colony. Included are direct quotations from his source material as well as other anecdotes pertaining to the region.Creator
Guy Mannering FessendenDate(s) of Creation
1846Container
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Fessenden, Mannering Guy, 1804-1871, History--Rhode Island--17th century, Knowles, James D. (James Davis), 1798-1838, Williams, Roger, 1604?-1683Title
Settlement with J.P. JustinDescription
Possibly pertains to book publication.Creator
Guy Mannering FessendenDate(s) of Creation
Jan 3, 1846Container
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Fessenden, Mannering Guy, 1804-1871Title
Letter to Rev. David Benedict from G.M. FessendenDescription
Fessenden writes to Rev. David Benedict informing him of his completion of the examination of Roger Williams’ journey from Salem to Seekonk. Due to it’s size, the document was sent to Providence to be forwarded to Benedict. It appears Fessenden extended the length of the article after speaking with Brown professor and friend, William Gammell, who disagrees with him on a matter pertaining to Roger Williams, with Gammell promising to have it published in the Providence Journal. Fessenden seeks for Benedict to read the essay and advise on the matter. Letter is cut off at the bottom.Creator
Guy Mannering FessendenDate(s) of Creation
Mar 14, 1846Container
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Benedict, David, 1779-1874, Fessenden, Mannering Guy, 1804-1871, Gammell, William, 1812-1889, History--Rhode Island--17th century, Historians--Rhode Island--19th centuryNotes
Fragile conditionTitle
Copy Letter to William Gammell from G.M. FessendenDescription
Copies of several letters written to professor William Gammell about his interest in Roger Williams’ journey from Salem to Seekonk as well as the research on the first successful rice cultivation in the colonies (Charleston, S.C.).Creator
Guy Mannering FessendenDate(s) of Creation
Mar 17, 1846 - Apr 10, 1846Container
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Fessenden, Mannering Guy, 1804-1871, Gammell, William, 1812-1889, Historians--Rhode Island--19th century, Rhode Island Historical Society, Williams, Roger, 1604?-1683Title
Letter to G.M. Fessenden from Rev. David Benedict (May)Description
Benedict responding to Fessenden’s last letter about his essay. Benedict admits he has been absorbed by his studies and is mortified that he had not sooner acknowledged his stance on the matter. Benedict will present the document at the annual meeting of the [Historical Society] and is confident they will consider the papers valuable.Creator
Rev. David BenedictDate(s) of Creation
May 18, 1846Container
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Benedict, David, 1779-1874, Fessenden, Mannering Guy, 1804-1871, Historians--Rhode Island--19th centuryTitle
Governor’s Order No. 1Description
Military orders from Gov. Byron Diman given by the Secretary of War pertaining to the war between the United States and the Republic of Mexico.
I. Regimental and independent companies will call a meeting and report the number and names of men who wish to volunteer to the Adjutant General.
II. All persons enrolled in the militia and those who wish to volunteer will report themselves to the Adjutant General.
III. One battalion to be apportioned: One Lieutenant Colonel or Major, one Adjutant, one Sergeant Major, one Quarter Master Sergeant, one Drum Major, five Captains, five 1st Lieutenant, five 2nd Lieutenants, twenty Sergeants, twenty Corporals, ten Musicians, and 320 privates.
An extract from the communication of the Secretary of War is included.Creator
Thomas Allen Jenckes, Guy Mannering FessendenDate(s) of Creation
May 23, 1846Container
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Fessenden, Mannering Guy, 1804-1871, Jenckes, Thomas Allen, 1818-1875, Mexican War, 1846-1848, Military ordersTitle
Letter to G.M. Fessenden from Rev. David Benedict (Feb)Description
Benedict addresses some lines from the history of Roger Williams. He raises doubts of Williams’ water passage saying it more plausible of a 2-3 day journey through wilderness. Speculation and contemplation of differing ideas about the historicity of certain events pertaining to Williams takes place.Creator
Rev. David BenedictDate(s) of Creation
Feb 2, 1846Container
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Benedict, David, 1779-1874, Fessenden, Mannering Guy, 1804-1871, History--Rhode Island--17th century, Historians--Rhode Island--19th centuryTitle
Second letter to G.M. Fessenden from Rev. David Benedict (Feb)Description
Continuation of correspondence.Creator
Rev. David BenedictDate(s) of Creation
Feb 7, 1846Container
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Benedict, David, 1779-1874, Fessenden, Mannering Guy, 1804-1871, History--Rhode Island--17th century, Historians--Rhode Island--19th centuryTitle
Letter to G.M. Fessenden from William GammellDescription
Cont Ustinov of correspondence.Creator
WIlliam GammellDate(s) of Creation
Jul 11, 1846Container
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Fessenden, Mannering Guy, 1804-1871, Gammell, William, 1812-1889Title
Copy letter to Thomas Coles Hartshorn of the R.I. Historical Society from G.M. FessendenDescription
Fessenden becomes a member of the R.I. Historical Society and had I closed his admission fee of $5.Creator
Guy Mannering FessendenDate(s) of Creation
Aug 13, 1846Container
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Fessenden, Mannering Guy, 1804-1871, Hartshorn, Thomas Coles, 1799-1854, Historians--Rhode Island--19th century, Rhode Island Historical SocietyTitle
Copy of Orders to Col. Joseph M. Smith from G.M. Fessenden and Samuel PearceDescription
Orders summoning the Warren Artillery to meet at the armory on Friday the 9th of October for the purpose of training, disciplining, and improving in martial exercise.Creator
Guy Mannering FessendenDate(s) of Creation
Sep 21, 1846Container
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Fessenden, Mannering Guy, 1804-1871, Military orders, Pearce, Samuel, 1810-1885, Smith, Joseph Mason, 1815-1898, Warren, Rhode IslandTitle
Copy Report to Gen. Steadman from G.M. FessendenDescription
Report notifying Steadman that Fessenden has written to summon the 5th Brigade consisting of the Warren Artillery to meet at the armory on October 9th.Creator
Guy Mannering FessendenDate(s) of Creation
Sep 26, 1846Container
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Fessenden, Mannering Guy, 1804-1871, Military correspondence, Steadman Jr., John Babcock, 1813-1899, Warren, Rhode IslandTitle
Letter from the New England Historic Genealogical Society to G.M. FessendenDescription
Fessenden is given the honor of corresponding member of the New England Historic Genealogical Society. A letter of his acceptance is requested. The pamphlet letter includes a circular, list of officers for the year 1845, and the society’s constitution.Creator
New England Historic Genealogical SocietyDate(s) of Creation
Oct 7, 1846Container
File Folder 4Subjects
Fessenden, Mannering Guy, 1804-1871, Historians--Rhode Island--19th century, New England Historic Genealogical SocietyTitle
Copy Letter to the New England Historic Genealogical Society from G.M. FessendenDescription
Fessenden writes to Mr. Samuel G. Drake of the N.E. Historic Genealogical Society in response to his election as a corresponding member. Fessenden is unsure whether he will be able to do something towards promoting the objects as all members are expected to do. He still regards the membership with interest and wishes to accept with slight aid.Creator
Guy Mannering FessendenDate(s) of Creation
Oct 24, 1846Container
File Folder 4Subjects
Fessenden, Mannering Guy, 1804-1871, Historians--Rhode Island--19th century, New England Historic Genealogical Society
