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Anthony Gordon manuscript collection

 Collection
Identifier: MS 2809
Abstract

This collection contains documents related to Anthony Gorton’s work as a sea captain, including papers such as insurance claims, correspondence, and manifests.

Dates: 1802-1824; Majority of material found within 1806-1822

Captain Benjamin Jenne papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 1328
Abstract

This collection contains the business papers of Captain Benjamin Jenne. The materials represent the typical paperwork of the import and export business, such as bills of lading, invoices, and insurance claims.

Dates: 1793-1804

Twentieth International Navigation Congress scrapbook

 Collection
Identifier: MS 2670
Abstract

This is the scrapbook of Lillian H. Hofmeister, who was the wife of the Baltimore Harbormaster, Jean Hofmeister, during the Twentieth International Navigation Congress held in Baltimore, Maryland from September 11 to 19, 1961. The purpose of the convention was to address topics of international seaport development for the accommodation of nuclear vessels and supertankers.

Dates: 1961

William C. Steuart photograph collection

 Collection
Identifier: PP 0075
Abstract

This collection contains over 600 images of sail and steam ships and scenes of the Baltimore waterfront, as well as related ephemera.

Dates: 1847-1960