1874 Coffin Maker Ledger William T Smith George V Bush NY PA Genealogy Journal
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| Management number | 61340258 | Release Date | 2026/02/26 | List Price | $179.99 | Model Number | 61340258 | ||
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Remarkable primary source document detailing rural American life in the late 19th century. This ledger belonged to William T. Smith and was originally started on August 28, 1874. This book is not just an account of money—it is a snapshot of a community’s survival, labor, and domestic habits.
Key Highlights:
●The "Coffin" Connection: The front cover explicitly mentions "Coffins," and internal entries track the construction of coffins and burial-related labor (e.g., "fencing grave"). This is a highly sought-after crossover for collectors of Mourning/Funeralia history.
●Labor & Barter Economy: Fascinating entries for "thrashing wheat," "harvesting oats," and "lining house." It documents the transition from a barter-based labor economy to cash transactions.
●Household "Receipts" (Recipes): Includes a detailed, full-page handwritten recipe for Soft Soap using sal soda and rosin soap.
| Category | Vintage & collectibles > Antique > 100 years or older |
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| Condition | Fair |
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