Philadelphia Area Archives

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Joseph Wharton Personal Financial Records, 1839-1927 (inclusive) 1874-1899 (bulk)

Extent:: 1 cubic feet
Abstract:: Joseph Wharton was a Philadelphia industrialist and philanthropist, and a member of the Society of Friends. The Joseph Wharton Personal Finance Records contain invoices, receipts, and itemized accounts for household and personal expenses for Joseph Wharton and his family between 1874 and 1899.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: University Archives and Records Center [Contact Us]

Thomas Harry receipt book, 1785 november 10-1824 march 10 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 volume
Abstract:: This receipt book records payments for various goods and services by Thomas Harry of Chester County, Pennsylvania, between 1785 and 1824.

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

Harriet B. Miles account book, 1866 may 1-1878 april 20 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 volume
Abstract:: Harriet B. Miles of Newark, Delaware, used this account book to record her household expenses from 1866 to 1878. She also recorded interest payments on bonds she held and entries regarding the administration of her mother's estate.

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

John Richardson receipt book and bankbook, 1788 may 30-1801 may 25 (inclusive)

Extent:: 2 volume
Abstract:: These two volumes are the receipt book and bankbook of John Richardson of New Castle County, Delaware, kept between 1788 and 1801.

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