Title:
Marriage was a tricky affair in Colonial times
Author:
Mary Virginia Goodman
Subjects:
Marriage in Colonial times
Object ID:
scr-027-090
Object Name:
scrapbook
Category:
8: Communication Artifact
Subcategory:
Documentary Artifact
Publisher:
Norwich Bulletin
Publication Place:
Norwich, Ct.
Pubication Date:
02/28/1988
Collection:
Indian and Colonial Scrapbook
Summary:
At the age of 25,young women were considered "an ancient maid', and bachelors were regarded with suspicion and disfavor by the whole community. Permission was needed to be granted by a woman's family or guardians before marriage and financial matters were carefully considered.
People:
Carr, John
Dennison, Anne
Dennison, Capt. George
Dennison, Anne
Dennison, Capt. George
Search Terms:
Colonial
Courtship & Weddings
local history
Marriage in Colonial times
Social & Personal Activity
Courtship & Weddings
local history
Marriage in Colonial times
Social & Personal Activity