Wallis family papers, 1806-1877
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
Collection context
Summary
- Extent:
- .225 cubic feet (1 box)
- Creator:
- Wallis family
- Language:
- English
Background
- Scope and content:
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Papers, 1806-1977, of the Wallis family of Culpeper County, Virginia, consisting of accounts, bonds, deeds, lists, promissory notes, receipts, and other papers. Accounts are with local merchants for the purchase of goods; bonds and promissory notes are for the borrowing of money; and receipts are for the purchase of items and for the payment of accounts and of taxes. Papers include a deed for 100 acres in Culpeper County and a list of mares for mating with a horse.
- Biographical / historical:
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The Wallis family was a prominent family in Culpeper County, Virginia. Captain George Wallis was the father of George Wallis, Jr., by his first wife, and the father of William S. Wallis by his second wife.
- Acquisition information:
- Purchased.