Barcode Number 1157380: Shepherd Hunter and Company Daybook, 1835-1838

Scope and content:

The daybook recorded in chronological order the daily transactions of Shepherd Hunter and Company, a general store located in the town of Louisa Court House. Information found in the daybook includes date of transaction, name of customer, merchandise purchased, quantity purchased, price of each item, and amount owed. Each entry also includes page number where information can be found in journal. Merchandise sold includes coffee pots, beaver gloves, dry goods, nails, clothing, candles, spices, razor straps, butter pots, and palm hats.

Access and use

Location of collection:
The Library of Virginia
800 East Broad Street
Richmond, VA 23219
Contact for questions and access:
POC: Archives Reference Services
Phone: (804) 692-3888