Dates
- 1853 - 1862
Scope and Contents
The Cooper, Hewitt and Company records are comprised of 3 boxes of letters received by the company between March 1853 and September 1862. The records are for an iron works and glue factory in Ringwood, NJ founded by Peter Cooper and Abram. Hewitt. Cooper was an industrialist, inventor, philanthropist, and politician best known for designing and building the first American steam locomotive. Hewitt, the son-in-law of Cooper, served as mayor of New York City from 1887-88 and was a Congressman for New York's 10th congressional district; he is also known for his influential work in the planning and construction of New York City's subway system.
Extent
1.2 Linear Feet (3 manuscript boxes)
Language of Materials
English
Abstract
Letters received, 1853-1854 and 1862 (some months only).
General
Relationship to Cooper, Hewitt and Co. collection sold by Carmen D. Valentino to the Cooper Union Library, New York City, unclear. Bulk of Cooper, Hewitt and Co. records held by the Library of Congress.
- Author
- Stephen Bacchetta
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
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