Series 2. Financial and Legal Papers (Boxes 3-4), 1830/1877

Containers:
Box 3, Box 4, Folder 1
Scope and content:

The financial and legal papers report in depth on the economy during the period, including information regarding taxes, subscription costs, property sales and assessment, and merchandise purchases by a general store owner.

Most of this series consists of legal contracts, organizational subscriptions, tax and business receipts of George W. Smith, his family and business associates. Some of the items include: balance sheets for the general stores (livestock, textiles, hardware and agricultural implements), tax receipts, property transferences, and various other investments, such as the Parkersburg Turnpike (in Gilmer County), and the Ripley and OH Turnpike Company.

Access and use

Location of collection:
West Virginia & Regional History Center
West Virginia University
P.O. Box 6069
1549 University Avenue
Morgantown, WV 26506
Contact for questions and access:
POC: Lori Hostuttler
Phone: (304) 293-3536
Parent restrictions:
No special access restriction applies.
Parent terms of access:
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