Merton Taylor Goodrich papers, 1903-1978.
Scope and Contents
The first part of the collection concerns the genealogy of the Goodrich family. In addition, the collection contains Goodrich genealogical correspondence and research notes about families allied to the Goodriches, as well unrelated families. Of the 709 families represented, those most extensively researched are Austin, Hall, Thyng, and Walker. Aside from genealogical material, the collection includes a few historical articles on Loyalist activities in New Hampshire, which Goodrich was commissioned to write by Professor Bradley D. Thompson, 1945. Following these articles is correspondence and notes, much of it with librarians and editors at NEHGS. There is also a small amount of personal correspondence. Includes 14 photographs, 1870-1910, of various family members Goodrich researched.
Dates
- 1903-1978
Conditions Governing Access
R. Stanton Avery Special Collections material is non-circulating, requires staff retrieval, and is available to NEHGS members (Research level and above) during normal library hours.
Biographical / Historical
Merton Taylor Goodrich, 1887- 1979, was born in Bingham, Maine. He later lived in Keene, NH, where he became a professor of mathematics at Keene Teachers College. Goodrich was also a high school principal and superintendent of schools. After retirement, he pursued his interest in genealogy, researching not only the Goodrich family, but also unrelated families of numerous clients.
Extent
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Language of Materials
English
General
Unpublished guide to the collection is available in the library; folder level control.
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Repository Details
Part of the R. Stanton Avery Special Collections Repository
R. Stanton Avery Special Collections
New England Historic Genealogical Society
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Boston MA 02116-3007 United States
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