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William T. King business journal (Grocer)

 Collection — Box: BW 17 , Folder: 1
Identifier: MSS 14778

Scope and Contents

William T. King (Grocer) business journal, 1859-1861, 0.03 cubic feet, contains record consignments, purchases from wholesalers, and shipments to other cities via the Virginia Central, Richmond and Danville, and Richmond, Frederick and Potomac railroads, Baltimore "boats" and New York steamers. Additional expenses recorded include gas, water, family, servants, insurance, licenses, advertising, and state and city taxes. In April, June and July, 1861,... he notes the purchase of a pistol and two rifles. There are also entries about Civil War news.

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Dates

  • Creation: 1859-1861

Conditions Governing Access

The collection is open for research use.

Extent

0.03 Cubic Feet (One folder in letter document box BW 17.)

Language of Materials

English

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