C. A. Dillingham letter regarding earthquake   Save
Ohio History Connection Archives/Library
Description: C.A. Dillingham wrote this letter to Isaac Jones in Maine while staying in Cincinnati in April 1812. He writes about the earthquake of 1811, which was centered in New Madrid, Missouri, and felt throughout the Midwest including in Ohio. Dillingham also discusses conflicts with American Indians. The letter is four pages and measures 7.5" x 12.5" (19.05 x 31.75 cm). View on Ohio Memory.
Image ID: Om3265_4834602_001
Subjects: American Indians in Ohio; Geography and Natural Resources; Earthquakes; Disasters
Places: Cincinnati (Ohio); Hamilton County (Ohio); New Madrid (Missouri)