Lovett, John, 1743-1792 [Account book of John Lovett]
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01450.006.08 Author/Creator: Lovett, John, 1743-1792 Place Written: Beverly, Massachusetts Type: Autograph manuscript signed Date: 1774-1777 Pagination: 24 p. ; 22 x 17 cm. Order a Copy
Details the Lovett family accounts. Most are lists of sundry goods brought to Lovett by ship and their costs. Mentions the names of many ships, their sailing dates, and their captains. Inscribed, "John Lovet his book Elizabeth Lovet" on inside cover. John Lovett signed his name repeatedly and doodled all over the front and back covers. Lovett was a privateer ship merchant and captain in Beverly, Massachusetts. Dated September 3, 1774-March 25, 1777.
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