Whittier Joseph (5 results)

First edition (per matching dates upon title and copyright pages). i-iv, [5], 6-131 pages. Hardcover: H 18.25cm x L 12.5cm. Dark brown cloth with beveled board edges; light rubbing; cloth loss at frayed spine head so that it is fairly even with text block's top edge; lesser fraying at spine heel; mild scuffing along bottom board edges with some wear at all corner tips; gilt stamping to spine and front board remains bright. Gilt top edge; toning to fore-edge and bottom edge. Minimalist floral decoration to endpapers; pencil note at top of front free endpaper "also from W.D. Howell's library." Title page has antiquarian ink ownership signature at top right "J.A. Howells" with bottom right corner having initials "W.D.H." in same ink and handwriting. A few foxing spots and light toning to interior pages which are otherwise clean. Binding is firm. A very good- copy. A likely familial association to author and literary critic William Dean Howells (1837-1920) with J.A. Howells probably being William's brother Joseph Alexander Howells, 1832-1912, who was printer and editor of the Ashtabula [Ohio] Sentinel newspaper. Book was acquired from a Madison, Mississippi estate with no further provenance known. …

Manuscript notebook, small 4to, pp. 149; neatly written transcript of a legal abstract on blue lined paper, marbled boards backed in calf; title page separated, text clean and legible. Joseph Whittier (1793-1889), the main defendant, was born in Dover, New Hampshire, of Obadiah Whittier, who was an uncle to John Greenleaf Whittier. Joseph's sister Anna was married to Isaac Wendell, another defendant in the case. Isaac Wendell was a wealthy businessman who was cofounder of the Dover Cotton Factory, an early and successful example of the Industrial Revolution in textile manufacture. In 1836 about 600 acres of land, known as the Mattanawcook Purchase (including the town of Lincoln, Maine) were bought as an investment for about $20,000 for Wendell and Perkins, under the name I. P. Wendell and Co. An agreement was made to pay Whittier to manage the property along with a complicated series of arrangements to work the land and a gristmill, hold various mortgages and notes, and eventually turn a profit for the group. The venture was not successful and I. P. Wendell and Co. sold their interest in the land to Daniel L. Miller, who sought to settle obligations of the company and take control of the land more directly. The suit alleges that Whittier refused to acknowledge the receipt of the bills due him and was claiming land as his own property and threatening to sell, and demands that Whittier convey all land and property, and provide accounts of what has been sold and earned. Whittier argued that there was no contractual trust, that he was not compelled to act by the notes due him being in Miller's possession, and that standing to sue on the particulars brought up was not transferred to Miller. The transcription provides the text of the bill, exhibits (letters and contracts), Whittier's answer to the bill, including a record of expenses and receivables, and depositions by co-defendants. P. 68 includes a bracketed note "Pencil marks on original copied in red ink here." The final disposition was not included, but it appears that ultimately the case was found in favor of the plaintiff.…

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1922 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. Pages: 1724 As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 1724 Language: English.…

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1922. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 1721, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 1721 1721.…

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1922. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 1724, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 1724 1724.…