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Biography

"In 1817, James S. Seymour moved from Hartford, CT., to Auburn. He worked as the Cashier for the newly created Bank of Auburn, and soon became the bank president. He held that position until his death 58 years later. Mr. Seymour was well known for his philanthropy, having founded the Seymour Library and the Auburn City Hospital. "

Letter References

Letter from Frances Miller Seward to William Henry Seward, December 8, 1836

Letter from Frances Miller Seward to William Henry Seward, March 11, 1831

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Biography: 

"In 1817, James S. Seymour moved from Hartford, CT., to Auburn. He worked as the Cashier for the newly created Bank of Auburn, and soon became the bank president. He held that position until his death 58 years later. Mr. Seymour was well known for his philanthropy, having founded the Seymour Library and the Auburn City Hospital. "

Citation Type: 
Book or Book Chapter
Book or Monograph Title: 
In memoriam, James S. Seymour : a discourse delivered in the First Presbyterian Church, Auburn, N.Y., Sabbath evening, January 24, 1876
Author(s) or Editor(s): 
Charles Hawley
Publisher Location: 
Auburn, N.Y.
Publisher Name: 
C.P. Williams
Year: 
1876
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