George Dibell papers
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Abstract
The George Dibell papers consist of two documents. The first is the last will and testament of Captain George Dibell, dated April 25, 1721, signed by Dibell and witnesses Samuel Smith, Samuel Smith, Jr., and Eponetus Platt. The second is a document dating from August 10, 1741, verifying that Eponetus Platt was a witness to Dibell's will, signed by Platt and Charles Sexton, Justice.
Biographical Note
Captain George Dibell lived in Huntington, Long Island during the 18th century. Details regarding his life are unknown.
Scope and Contents
The George Dibell papers consist of two documents. The first is the last will and testament of Captain George Dibell, dated April 25, 1721, signed by Dibell and witnesses Samuel Smith, Samuel Smith, Jr., and Eponetus Platt. The second is a document dating from August 10, 1741, verifying that Eponetus Platt was a witness to Dibell's will, signed by Platt and Charles Sexton, Justice.
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Conditions Governing Access
Open to researchers without restriction.
Preferred Citation
Identification of item, date (if known); George Dibell papers, ARC.019, Box and Folder number; Brooklyn Historical Society.
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Minimally processed to the collection level.
The collection combines the accessions 1977.240 and 1977.244.
