Benjamin Harris Powell Daybook, 1852-1854

Access and use

Location of collection:
Library of Virginia
The Library of Virginia
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Richmond, VA 23219
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POC: Archives Reference Services
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Preferred citation:

Benjamin Harris Powell Daybook, 1852-1854. Local government records collection, Cumberland County Court Records. The Library of Virginia, Richmond, Va. 23219.

Summary

Creator:
Benjamin Harris Powell
Language:
English
Preferred citation:

Benjamin Harris Powell Daybook, 1852-1854. Local government records collection, Cumberland County Court Records. The Library of Virginia, Richmond, Va. 23219.

Background

Scope and content:

Benjamin Harris Powell Daybook, 1852-1854, records transactions as they occurred on a daily basis from December 1852-February 1854. Information found in each entry includes name of customer, items purchased, and the amount owed. Merchandise sold include bacon, knives, turkey, dry goods, clothing, pen holders, nails, and shoes. Volume is in poor condition due to damaged spine.

Biographical / historical:

Benjamin H. Powell owned a general store that conducted business in Cartersville, Virginia.

Cumberland County was named for William Augustus, duke of Cumberland, third son of King George II. It was formed from Goochland County in 1749. The county seat is Cumberland.

Acquisition information:
This item came to the Library of Virginia in shipments of court papers from Cumberland County.
Physical location:
State Records Center - Archives Annex, Library of Virginia
Physical description:
1 v. (778 p.)