Captain William Cobb book of poems, 1830 - 1833
File — Box: 1, Folder: 2
Scope and Contents
Holograph manuscript (bound) dated January 27, 1830 to May 11, 1833; includes a copy of a supplement to the Ceylon Gazette, dated October 2, 1830. Book of poems composed and/or transcribed by Cobb. The Ceylon Gazette contains letters from passengers, thanking Cobb for their safe journey from England to Ceylon.
Dates
- Creation: 1830 - 1833
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is open under the rules and regulations of the Ohio University Libraries.
Biography of William Cobb
William Cobb was a sea captain. He captained the Falcon from England to Celon in 1830.
Extent
From the Collection: 1 cubic feet
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Custodial History
William Cobb related items were bought from Bellehaven Books in June 1971.
General
Previously collection MSS401.
Repository Details
Part of the Mahn Center for Archives and Special Collections Repository
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