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John C. Carter account book
Descriptive Summary | |
| Title: John C. Carter account book | |
| Creator: Carter, John C. | |
| Inclusive Dates: 1831-1837 | |
| Language(s): English | |
| Extent: 0.4 Linear Feet (1 account book) | |
| Collection Number: ms152 | |
| Repository: Hargrett Library | |
Collection Description
Scope and Content
The collection consists of an account book for a general store, sawmill, and grist mill in Clinton and Macon, Georgia owned by John C. Carter. Ledger entries (1831-1837) include the customer's name, item purchased, and price pertaining to sales of food, household goods, furniture, and lumber. Additional entries relate to the hire of slaves for work, IOUs for cash or materials, Carter's practice of using peddlers to sell watches, persons receiving meal, and grist mill business.
Administrative Information
Preferred Citation
John C. Carter account book, ms152, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.
Finding Aid Publication
Finding aid prepared on: 2017.