Collection ID: LMC 1516
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Collection context

Summary

Abstract:
The Houstoun mss., 1774-1799, consist of correspondence of Alexander Houstoun, ?-1784, physican, and correspondence of members of his family.
Extent:
1 folio
Language:
Materials are in English .
Preferred citation:

[Item], Houstoun mss., Lilly Library, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana.

Background

Biographical / Historical:

Alexander Houston, ?-1784, was a physician.

Scope and Content:

The Houstoun mss., 1774-1799, consist of correspondence of Alexander Houstoun, -1784, physican, and correspondence of members of his family. The letters are concerned, for the most part, with family matters and the rigors of travel.

Acquisition information:
Purchase. 1966.
Physical location:
Lilly - Folio

Indexed Terms

Subjects:
Medicine
Names:
Houstoun, Alexander, -1784

Access

RESTRICTIONS:

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PREFERRED CITATION:

[Item], Houstoun mss., Lilly Library, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana.

CAMPUS:
Indiana University Bloomington
LOCATION OF THIS COLLECTION:
1200 East Seventh Street
Bloomington, Indiana 47405-5500, USA
CAMPUS:
Indiana University Bloomington
CONTACT:
(812) 855-2452
liblilly@indiana.edu