Elias A. Monroe Papers, 1863-1875
Collection context
Summary
- Creator:
- Elias A. Monroe
- Abstract:
- This collection contains the papers of Elias A. Monroe of Baldwin, New York.
- Extent:
- .25 linear feet
- Language:
- English
Background
- Scope and content:
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This collection contains invoices, correspondence, and miscellaneous personal papers associated with Elias A. Monroe of Baldwin, New York, and his business ventures.
- Biographical / historical:
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Elias A. Monroe (1837-1901) was born in Danby, New York. During the 1860s, he resided in the Town of Baldwin where he ran a tavern. In 1875, he relocated to Elmira where he began manufacturing mineral water. In the 1880s, he established the first omnibus service in the city which he ran with his only son, Eugene. His wife was Jennie Hammond Monroe (1841-1925). They are both buried together in North Chemung Cemetery in Baldwin.
- Acquisition information:
- The items in this collection were donated to the Booth Library by Debbie Butler in 2022.
- Rules or conventions:
- Describing Archives: a Content Standard
Indexed terms
- Subjects:
- Taverns (Inns)
- Places:
- Baldwin (N.Y.)
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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The Chemung County Historical Society's research library and archives are open to the public from 1pm to 5pm, Monday through Friday. There is a $5 fee for non-members.
- Location of this collection:
- Contact:
- (607) 734-4167cchs@chemungvalleymuseum.org