Collection: Thomas D. Burall papers, circa 1865-1872 | Hobart and William Smith Colleges Archives and Special Collections

Scope and Contents

This small collection contains notes and letters from Thomas D. Burrall. The writings primarily cover the topics of Hobart College, such as the founding and location in Geneva, and the Gospel Messenger.

Dates

circa 1865-1872, undated

Creator

Burrall , Thomas D. (Person)

Conditions Governing Access

There are no restrictions on accessing material in this collection.

Conditions Governing Use

Copyright restrictions may apply. Unpublished manuscripts are protected by copyright. Permission to publish, quote, or reproduce must be secured from the repository and the copyright holder.

Biographical Note

Thomas Davies Burrall was born in Connecticut on 2 June 1786 to Jonathan and Charlotte (Davies) Burrall. He attended Yale College and graduated in 1803. He moved to Poughkeepsie, New York, shortly after and began practicing law before he relocated to Geneva, New York. Due to health concerns, he gave up his practice and purchased a nearby farm. He spent much of his time on the improvement and/or creation of agricultural tools. He gained patents for some of these.

Burrall was one of the original trustees of Hobart College, serving on the Board of Trustees until his death in 1872.