Wiggin family papers
2025-17-0
Content Description
One box of materials containing correspondence, journals, legal papers, and genealogical materials pertaining to the Wiggin family of Litchfield, Connecticut. Primarily focuses on Abby Merriam Wiggin, Lewis Wiggin, and Charlotte Wiggin.
Acquisition Type
Gift
Provenance
Donated by Richard H. Hamilton, a descendant of the Wiggin family. Received materials through inheritance.
Language of Description
English
Script of Description
Latin
Restrictions Apply
No
Dates
- Creation: 1882-1991
Creator
- Wiggin, Charlotte, 1886-1974 (Person)
- Wiggin, Frederick H., 1853-1910 (Person)
- Wiggin, Abby M. (Person)
Extent
1 boxes
Language of Materials
English
Inventory
Lewis Merriam Wiggin 1901 planner and diary. Lewis Merriam Wiggin 1904 planner and diary. Legal papers concerning the lease and sale of Cobble Court Bookstore by Lewis Wiggin. 1991 funeral program for Lewis Merriam Wiggin at St. Michael’s Parish. Writing notes/drafts saved by Lewis Merriam Wiggin. Resume of Lewis Merriam Wiggin circa 1974. Abby Merriam Wiggin 1878-1885 account book. Abby Merriam Wiggin 1914 planner and diary. Wiggin family scrapbook, 1901-1904, detailing life in Litchfield. Transcription of the autobiographical memoirs of Abby Merriam Wiggin (1855-1938). Application by Charlotte Wiggin for membership in the Daughters of the American Revolution. April 21, 1970 letter from Lewis M. Wiggin to James Reston of the New York Times concerning his column in the April 17th issue of the Times. March 16, 1882 letter from “Grandma Seymour” to Frederick Holme Wiggin Sr.