A Guide to the Richard Morris Journal, 1835-1846

Location of collection:

Library of Virginia

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Richmond, VA 23219

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Summary

Language:

English

Background

Scope and content:

Journal, 1837-1846, of a general store operated by Richard Morris. The journal records in chronological order the daily transactions of the store similar to a daybook. Information recorded in the daybook includes date of transaction, name of customer, items purchased, quantity of items purchased, cost per item, amount owed, form of payment, and amount paid. Items sold include dry-goods, clothing, spices, apples, corn, and soap. Payments made by cash, credit, or barter of items such as corn, linen, and flannel.

Biographical / historical:

Richard Morris operated a general store that conducted business in Rockbridge County during the mid-19th century.

Acquisition information:

This item came to the Library of Virginia in shipments of court papers from Rockbridge County.

Physical description:

1 volume (407 p.)