The staff at one of our historic houses, the James Iredell House in
Edenton, North Carolina, would like to commemorate the 200th anniversary
of his death on October 20, 1799 (two months before George Washington's
death).  Iredell was not only a very important figure in our state during
the American Revolution, but he was a U. S. Supreme Court justice at the
time of his death, so he was a nationally recognized figure.

We are having trouble finding out about mourning customs during this time.
We are still researching contemporary accounts of his death, so we know
that he had Masonic rites at his funeral.  We would like to know how his
house may have been "decorated", what his family and friends may have
worn, and any other outward displays of mourning.

Iredell was born in Lewes, Sussex, England and was appointed comptroller
of customs in Edenton in 1768.  He was a member of the Episcopal Church in
Edenton.

Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.  Please contact me off-list
if you wish.  Thank you.

Martha Battle Jackson, Registrar        (919) 733-7862
NC Historic Sites                       Fax: (919) 733-9515
109 East Jones Street                   [log in to unmask]
Raleigh, NC  27601-2807
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