Volume 1, 1735-1767 Digital
Scope and Contents
Primarily receipts for John Reynell's payments related to ships and crew he engaged to transport his goods, and disbursements, some invoices and documents regarding land deeds, accounts current, and bills of exchange, dated 1744-1767. Included are promissory notes and orders dated 1735-1737, which were later settled, related to a voyage of the ship Pink Betty Hope, as well as receipts for payments for use of the vessel Snow Ursula, a receipt for disbursements of the brig Free Mason and the account of Portsmouth, New Hampshire, merchants Joseph and William Whipple. There is also a note from Samuel Coates, Sr., a bond account with Benjamin Mifflin, John Jones, Sr., and John Jones, Jr.
Dates
- Creation: 1735-1767
Language of Materials
Collection is predominantly in English; materials in Dutch and French are identified at the folder level.
Conditions Governing Access
Collection is open for research. Materials stored onsite. Please contact specialcollectionsref@hbs.edu for more information.
Extent
2 linear feet (5 boxes)Physical Location
MANU
Creator
- From the Collection: Coates, Samuel (1748-1830) (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Baker Library Special Collections and Archives, Harvard Business School Repository
Baker Library Special Collections and Archives holds unique resources that focus on the evolution of business and industry, as well as the records of the Harvard Business School, documenting the institution's development over the last century. These rich and varied collections support research in a diverse range of fields such as business, economic, social and cultural history as well as the history of science and technology.
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