William Gatewood Ledger, 1771-1863
Access and use
- Location of collection:
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The Library of Virginia800 East Broad StreetRichmond, VA 23219
- Contact for questions and access:
- POC: Archives Reference ServicesEmail: archdesk@lva.virginia.govPhone: (804) 692-3888Web: www.lva.virginia.gov
Collection context
Summary
- Language:
- English
Background
- Scope and content:
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This accession consists of William Gatewood's book of accounts for his mill. There are records of repairs and additions. In addition to the milling activities, there are slave births, records of horse foaling, personal accounts, guardian accounts, and accounts with South Farnham Parish, Essex County, Virginia.
- Biographical / historical:
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William Gatewood, of Essex County, Virginia, was the son of Samuel Vince Gatewood, grandson of William Gatewood, and great grandson of Thomas Gatewood of Scotland.
- Acquisition information:
- Lent for microfilming by Pocahontas County Historical Society, 9 June 1978.
- Physical location:
- Miscellaneous Reel 629
- Physical description:
- 1 reel of microfilm