Chenoweth, George Durbin

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Robert Emory presidential papers

1845-1848

The records contained in the President Robert Emory record group pertain only to his time and affairs as president of Dickinson College. As such, any papers from Emory’s acting presidency during John Price Durbin’s sabbatical are not included here, neither are his personal papers, nor his papers...

Location: RG 2/3

Subject: Dickinson College Academic Affairs, Dickinson College Administration, Dickinson College Student Life, Education, Religion and Spirituality

Format: Letters/Correspondence

Time Period: 1840-1859

Collection Inventory: RG 2/3 - Robert Emory

Letter from George D. Chenoweth to James W. Marshall

July 15, 1863

George D. Chenoweth describes the Confederate invasion, occupation, and shelling of Carlisle. He mentions leaving Carlisle before the raid, and the pleasure of finding none of their personal belongings disturbed upon his return. 12,000 men entered the town, setting up camp around the town and on...

Location: I-Original-1863-4

Subject: Carlisle and Cumberland County, Military Affairs and Conflict

Format: Letters/Correspondence

Time Period: 1860-1879