Straub, Shirley Gately - Sir Jonas Hanway, January 22, 2014
Paper description
The author's great Uncle (1712-1776), several generations removed, is honored in Westminster Abbey with a plaque. He was a British merchant turned philanthropist (among the earliest in the history of England), was of note. He built homes for old sailors, orphans, and prostitutes. An interesting character who also brought the umbrella to London from Persia. (Note: the first use of the word philanthropist was about 1736).
Dates
- Creation: January 22, 2014
Creator
- From the Collection: Winnetka Fortnightly (Organization)
Conditions Governing Access
The Winnetka Fortnightly records are open for research in the Special Collections Reading Room; 1 box at a time (Priority III). Meeting minutes and members' biographies are restricted; consult Curator of Modern Manuscripts for information.
Repository Details
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