Philadelphia Area Archives

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Dutilh family business records, 1770-1861 (inclusive) 1780-1810 (bulk)

Extent:: 1 linear foot (2 upright manuscript boxes)
Abstract:: The late-eighteenth and early-nineteenth century business records of Philadelphia merchant Etienne Dutilh and his descendants. The records include ships’ payrolls, bills of lading, bills of exchange, shipping records, and cargo insurance policies.

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [Contact Us]

David Watts Hulings papers, 1796-1850 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 linear foot (circa 1700 items)
Abstract:: The business records of nineteenth-century lawyer, land investor, and businessman David Watts Hulings of Lewistown, Mifflin County, Pennsylvania. In addition to legal documents - case judgments and settlements, depositions, power of attorneys, and summonses - the collection also includes deeds, leases, letters, and bank checks.

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [Contact Us]

John W. Claghorn papers, 1804-1849 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 linear foot (3 boxes)
Abstract:: The papers of John W. Claghorn, a nineteenth-century businessman based in Boston and Philadelphia, include materials relating to his business and his family.

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [Contact Us]

Philadelphia merchants' financial papers, 1767-1845 (inclusive)

Extent:: .33 linear foot (1 box)
Abstract:: This collection of promissory notes, receipts, bills of exchange, and insurance documents illustrates the activities of several Philadelphia merchants between 1767 and 1845.

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [Contact Us]