Van Nortwick, John 1809-1890

Papers, 1828-1890 by John Van Nortwick ( )
in English and held by 1 library worldwide
Correspondence, account books and diaries. Letters between John and his father, William, and Alanson House, a business partner. These letters discuss financial arrangements for the settlement of property, the construction of the dam on the river, the repair of the grist and saw mills, and the legal and financial difficulties encountered in these projects. The letters give a small account of the economic history of the area. There is mention of many of the first settlers of Kane County and family news. There are letters to Patty Maria Mallory, who became his wife. The diaries of John Van Nortwick cover the years 1848-1853, 1871-1876, 1879-1881 and 1883-1890. The entries concern the weather, travel, business matters, expenses, and people visited. The account books, 1828-1890, cover daily expenditures and receipts, stock assignments and real estate.

Papers, 1831-1890 by John Van Nortwick ( )
in English and held by 1 library worldwide
Correspondence and diaries. Typescript and original letters, 1831-1855, of John and his father, William a contractor, and Alanson House, a business partner. These letters discuss financial arrangements for the settlement of property, the construction of the dam on the river, the repair of the grist and saw mills, and the legal and financial difficulties encountered in these projects. The letters give a small account of the economic history of the area. There is mention of many of the first settlers of Kane County and family news. The diaries of John Van Nortwick cover the years 1848-1853, 1871-1876, 1879-1881 and 1883-1890. The entries concern the weather, travel, business matters, expenses, and people visited.