Arnold Account Books 1930-1937

Location of collection:

Thomas Balch Library

Thomas Balch Library

208 West Market Street

Leesburg, Virginia 20176

Contact for questions and access:

POC: Alexandra S. Gressitt

Email: balchlib@leesburgva.gov

Phone: (703) 737-7195

Fax: (703) 737-7195

Web: www.leesburgva.gov/departments/thomas-balch-library

Summary

Creator:

Estate of John Arnold

Abstract:

This collection consists of two account books, both 13 x 8 cloth bound volumes. They contain the records of the administration of the estate of John Arnold.

Language:

English

Background

Scope and content:

This collection consists of two account books, both 13 x 8 cloth bound volumes. They contain the records of the administration of the estate of John Arnold. The volumes date from 1903-1937, and detail the investments and accounts of Arnold's wife and daughters. Volume 1 covers the years 1903-1913, and contains records of the accounts of S. J. (Sarah Jane) Arnold, Mattie Arnold, L. E. (Loretta) Hightman, and a cash account. Volume 2 covers the years 1913-1937 and contains records of the accounts of Mattie Arnold and L. E. Hightman. Trustees include Jason Arnold, Joseph Arnold, M.D. (Mahlon David) Arnold, and J. W. (John Williams) Arnold.

Biographical / historical:

John Arnold (1826-1900) owned a small farm in Loudoun County, Virginia, near Leesburg. Born in Maryland in 1826, though some census records list his birthplace as Virginia, he moved to Loudoun County shortly after the Civil War. Arnold appears to have married twice. The name of his first wife is uncertain, but the union produced at least three children: Loretta Arnold, sometimes seen as Lorella or Lovella, born in 1853; Mahlon David Arnold, 1855-1944; and Matilda or Mattie Arnold, 1865-1951. On 15 March 1870 Arnold married Sarah Jane Williams in Loudoun County. They had at least four children: John Williams Arnold, 1871-1940; James Arnold, 1872-1893; Joseph F. Arnold, 1879-1946; and Jason Arnold, 1876-1940. John, Sarah, Mahlon, John W., James, and Jason are all buried in Leesburg Union Cemetery.

Acquisition information:

Mary Fishback, Loudoun County, VA.