Series XXIII: Virginia Banking and Trust Company Business Records, 1866-1875

Extent:

6 volumes

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Historical Information:The Virginia Banking and Trust Company was originally incorporated as the Virginia Insurance Company by an act of the General Assembly of Virginia passed 13 December 1865. Operating out of its headquarters in Staunton, Virginia, the company insured buildings, furniture, and other property against loss or damage by fire. The company also provided life insurance.

Another act of the General Assembly of Virginia, passed 13 January 1871, changed the name of the company to the Virginia Banking and Trust Company. The company operated under this name until it was dissolved and sold its properties in October of 1875.

Scope and Content:Virginia Banking and Trust Company Business Records, 1866-1875, consist of one cashbook, 1875, daybook,1873-1874; ledgers, 1866-1875; minute book, 1866-1875; and statement book, 1866-1875;

Physical location:

State Records Center

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