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Joshua L. Baily account book, 1794-1915 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.13 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
This volume was originally used as an account book, from 1794 to 1795, and was later repurposed as a diary or timeline of events, dated from 1826 to 1915. The section of the volume that acts as an account book includes an index, in which individuals are organized alphabetically, and entries record amounts paid or owned, the goods purchased, and the currency used. Goods listed are mainly dry goods and lumber, including: flour, "middling" (bulk goods of medium grade), hog feed, cornmeal, buckwheat, rye meal, and wooden boards. The second section of the volume acts as a timeline and diary for Joshua L. Baily. Included are entries concerning current events, such as terms of various presidents, the Orthodox-Hicksite separation, the emergence of the "Mormons" and their migration west, records of correspondence sent and received, and events in the Civil War and World War I.

Held at: Haverford College Quaker & Special Collections [Contact Us]

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Israel Howell Birdsall account book, 1810-1819 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.19 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
Entries in the account book of Israel Howell Birdsall record amounts paid or owed, goods purchased, and currency used. Majority of entries include the purchase and sale of: oil, oil meal (used as food for livestock), flax seed, plaster, beans, apples, and butter. The volume includes an index, in which individuals are organized alphabetically.

Held at: Haverford College Quaker & Special Collections [Contact Us]

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Joseph Gibbons account book, 1790-1837 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.13 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
The account book of John Gibbons's household expenses includes payments for dry goods, wages for servants, saddles, and services, such as sending out the washing or a home visit from a doctor.

Held at: Haverford College Quaker & Special Collections [Contact Us]

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David Halsted receipt book, 1805-1839 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.1 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
The receipt book of David Halstead includes amounts received from various individuals, as well as affirmations of membership in the Society of Friends as a reason for objection to carrying arms.

Held at: Haverford College Quaker & Special Collections [Contact Us]

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Samuel Morton receipt book, 1846-1881 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.1 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
The receipt book of Samuel Morton records payments made to various individuals for goods and services, generally related to Morton's grange farm.

Held at: Haverford College Quaker & Special Collections [Contact Us]

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John Perot financial records, 1813-1880 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.16 linear ft. (2 volumes)
Abstract:
The estate account books of John Perot generally record deposits, withdrawals for payments, and account balances of Perot's estate.

Held at: Haverford College Quaker & Special Collections [Contact Us]

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Bartlett Family papers, 1842-1859 (inclusive)

Extent:
.1 linear ft. (8 folders)
Abstract:
This collection is comprised of the correspondence, school records, financial records, legal documents, and miscellaneous papers of various members of the Bartlett family.

Held at: Haverford College Quaker & Special Collections [Contact Us]

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Crew Family papers, 1813-1826 (inclusive)

Extent:
.25 linear ft. (6 folders)
Abstract:
This collection is comprised of typed genealogical research, handwritten family correspondence, legal papers, manuscripts, financial records, and miscellaneous papers of the Crew family.

Held at: Haverford College Quaker & Special Collections [Contact Us]

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