William E. Spier Account Book, 1853-1864

Creator:

Spier, William E.

Abstract:

Account book of a 19th century Central New York cabinet maker and carpenter

Extent:

1 folder (SC)

Language:

English

Preferred citation:

Preferred citation for this material is as follows:

William E. Spier Account Book,

Scope and content:: The William E. Spier Account Book consists of a single volume, listing work performed, customer names, expenses, and income. Entries are in roughly, but not strictly, chronological order, and the filled pages are not consecutive. Several laid-in pages contain lists of figures and of work performed.
Biographical / historical:: Nothing is known of William Spier beyond what can be gleaned from the collection. He was evidently a cabinet maker and carpenter in the vicinity of Johnstown, New York.
Acquisition information:: Purchase, 1969.
Arrangement:: Single volume.

Subjects:: New York State
Woodworkers -- New York (State)
Carpenters -- New York (State)
Carpenters.
Account books.
Names:: Spier, William E.
Places:: Johnstown (N.Y.) -- History -- 19th century.

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Preferred citation:

Preferred citation for this material is as follows:

William E. Spier Account Book,

Location of this collection:: Syracuse University

Special Collections Research Center

Syracuse University Libraries

Bird Library, Room 600

Syracuse, NY 13244, United States

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