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Ledger, 1835-1850

 File — Volume: 1
Identifier: B.

Scope and Contents

From the Sub-Series:

Subseries B. Business Papers includes documentation of real estate transactions and three private enterprises, the Salem and Danvers Aqueduct, the Naumkeag Steam Cotton Company, and the Salem Turnpike and Chelsea Bridge Corporation. The Aqueduct papers contain land agreements, articles of incorporation, and a day book with notes on construction from 1839 and 1845. The business ledger (1835-1850) includes accounts for the three private businesses as well as material related to the James Devereux estate and brig Osprey.

Dates

  • Creation: 1835-1850

Creator

Restrictions on Access

This collection is open for research use.

Extent

From the Collection: 8 linear feet (17 boxes; 1 volume)

Language of Materials

From the Sub-Series: English

Repository Details

Part of the Phillips Library Repository

Contact:
Peabody Essex Museum
306 Newburyport Turnpike
Rowley MA 01969 USA