Anah Clark Account Book, 1825-185?

Access and use

Location of collection:
Colonial Williamsburg
John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Library
Colonial Williamsburg Foundation
P.O. Box 1776
Williamsburg, VA 23187
Contact for questions and access:
POC: Douglas Mayo
Phone: (757) 565-8521
Phone: (757) 565-8520
Fax: (757) 565-8528

Summary

Creator:
Anah Clark.
Language:
English

Background

Scope and content:

Tailor's account book kept by Anah Clark between 1825 and the 1850s. The origin of this work is thought to be Middlon Springs, Vermont. However, some of the entries list the place name Middletown. It provides detailed documentation of daily transactions with customers. Each page lists an individual customer and details the prices charged for making various articles of clothing. Methods of payment for the clothing are also listed and include exchange of goods, as well as cash payments.

Biographical / historical:

Anah Clark was a tailor in Vermont.

Acquisition information:
Gift, 1994.
Physical description:
1 item.