Blackler, William (c. 1740-1818) /repositories/5/archival_objects/981003 1 box 1809 October 9 Scope and Contents

Blackler was a ship owner and captain from Marblehead, MA, said to have commanded the boat that took George Washington across the Delaware River in December 1776. This file consists of a letter to him, as well as a letter to his son of the same name who carried on the family shipping business.

Letter /repositories/5/archival_objects/981445 1 folder 1809 October 9 3 27 Scope and Contents

ALS, London. From Atkins Adams to William & John C. Blackler and John Pedrick III of Marblehead, Mass. Informing the men that he was forced to sell Rising States, the ship they have been working on; providing an account statement of the ship's expenses. 3 pp.

Letter and memo /repositories/5/archival_objects/981446 1 folder 1845 March 28 3 27 Scope and Contents

Boston, MA. From Henshaw, Ward & Co. to Blackler (the son). Directing the quantity and quality of products to purchase in Canton including roots & seeds, silk, and tea. 2 pp.