Jonathin Chin Indenture, 1715-1742
Collection
Identifier: 31
Scope and Contents
These papers consist of seven letters concerning the indenture of Jonathin Chin, an Indian, to William Wanton "for a certain length of time." The indenture is dated October 20, 1715, at Newport, Colony of Rhode Island and the Providence Plantations.
Dates
- Creation: 1715 - 1742
Conditions Governing Access
Access is by appointment only.
Biographical / Historical
William Wanton was born in Scituate, Massachusetts. At one time a slave merchant, he was speaker of the House of Deputies; Rhode Island governor, 1732-33.
Extent
7 items
Language of Materials
English
Physical Description
Generally in poor condition as they are very old. Some are torn and portions of words are missing.
Subject
- Chin, Jonathin (Person)
- Wanton, William, 1670-1733 (Person)
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
Repository Details
Part of the Helmerich Center for American Research at Gilcrease Museum Repository
Contact:
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1400 N. Gilcrease Museum Rd.
Tulsa Ok 74127
918-631-6441