Abel E. Powers Ledger, 1845-1850

Summary

Creator:
Powers, Abel E.
Abstract:
Account book (ledger) of Abel E. Powers, tinsmith, in Eaton (Madison County), New York. Includes estate accounts and settlements.
Extent:
1 volume (SC)
Language:
English
Preferred citation:

Preferred citation for this material is as follows:

Abel E. Powers Ledger,

Background

Scope and content:

The Abel E. Powers Ledger consists of 75+ pages recording the tinsmith's transactions from 1845 to 1850. Each page is headed with the name of an individual or business followed by a dated and itemized list of transactions and the price paid.

Biographical / historical:

Abel E. Powers was a tinsmith in the post-township of Eaton in Madison County, New York. His customers included residents of Eaton, Morrisville, and Peterborough.

Acquisition information:
Purchased, 2007

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Preferred citation:

Preferred citation for this material is as follows:

Abel E. Powers Ledger,

Location of this collection:
Special Collections Research Center
Syracuse University Libraries
Bird Library, Room 600
Syracuse, NY 13244, United States
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