Barcode numbers 1123367: William E. Davis General Store Daybook 1831-1832
- Scope and content:
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Daybook, 1831 July-1832 May, records in chronological order the daily transactions of the Davis general store. Information recorded in the daybook includes date of transaction, name of customer, items purchased, quantity of items purchased, cost of transaction, and amount owed. Merchandise sold include cheese, alcoholic beverages (whisky, perry, rum, brandy), dry-goods, coffee, sugar, fur hats, knives, and almanacs. Information found in daybook was transferred to corresponding ledger.
Access and use
- Location of collection:
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The Library of Virginia800 East Broad StreetRichmond, VA 23219
- Contact for questions and access:
- POC: Archives Reference ServicesEmail: archdesk@lva.virginia.govPhone: (804) 692-3888Web: www.lva.virginia.gov