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Business

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:

James Strain Ledger and Problem Book

 Item — Box SC144-STRA-001
Identifier: SC144-STRA
Scope and Contents

This record book was kept by James Strain of Parish Anaghlone, County Down, Ireland. The first part of the volume contains Strain’s practice with financial accounts while the second part is an account book of business activity. Many of the entries mention voyages to London, Dublin and other European cities.

Dates: 1846-1847

Silas Peirce and Company Records

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: SC127-PEIR
Scope and Contents

The collection contains records from the wholesale grocery company, Silas Peirce and Company including correspondence, business receipts, order placements and shipping receipts. Additionaly, there are four business ledgers used by the company. Documents pertaining to the breakup of the company may also be found in the collection. Materials date from 1821 to 1955, with the majority dating to the 19th century.

Dates: 1821-1955