1779-1781
Leavitt, Jacob, 1740-1826
Manuscript signed
Title: [Receipt book]
Leavitt records transactions for mugs of drink, tea, rum, wine, meal sugar, chocolate, milk, eggs, and other goods. Leavitt calls this manuscript a day book.
GLC01450.611
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