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Account statement, 1861

 Series — Folder: 1

Scope and Content

From the Collection:

This collection consists of a bill issued to Elias Crabill by Zea & Pirkey, a Strasburg, Virginia mercantile business. Itemizing goods purchased by Crabill's sister on May 7, 1861, the bill lists such items as food staples (sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg), fabrics (gingham, calico, linen, silk), and clothing accessories (Morocco belt, kid gloves, silk gloves). Included are the prices for each item and a note at the bottom stating that the account was paid in full on March 4, 1862.

Dates

  • Creation: 1861

Access Restrictions

Collection is open to research.

Full Extent

From the Collection: 0.1 Cubic Feet (1 folder)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the Special Collections, Virginia Tech Repository

Contact:
Special Collections, University Libraries (0434)
560 Drillfield Drive
Newman Library, Virginia Tech
Blacksburg Virginia 24061 US
540-231-6308