1783 Philadelphia Quaker Receipt Joseph Thornton for Thornton to Deborah Morris For Sale

Document Summary

Dated the "13th of ye 10th mo: 1783" (using classic Quaker month notation), this handwritten receipt acknowledges receiving £23.8s from Deborah Morris for one year's interest on her bond. It is signed by Joseph Thornton on behalf of his father, James Thornton.

Historical Significance

• Quaker Calendar Dating: Features typical 18th-century Society of Friends dating ("10th mo" for October).

• James Thornton (1727–1794): An influential and prominent Quaker minister from Byberry (Philadelphia), famous for his traveling ministry throughout the American colonies and Great Britain.

• Deborah Morris (1723–1793): A notable Philadelphia Quaker philanthropist and heiress, well-remembered for her extensive charitable bequests and her active role in the Philadelphia Friends community during and after the Revolutionary War.

• Joseph Thornton (1754–1790): Son of James Thornton, who also served as a minister at Byberry Monthly Meeting before his early death.

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