William Trotter account book, 1796 Digital
Scope and Contents
Volume of factory expenses recorded by William Trotter after the arrival in Canton, China, of the ship Pigou in 1796, primarily provisions like food, beverages, wood, and candles, and servants' wages. There are also accounts of the expenses of the Pigou at Whampoa and supplies for the ship and her crew received by the factory comprador (agent).
Dates
- Creation: 1796
Language of Materials
English
Conditions Governing Access
Collection is open for research. Materials stored offsite. Please contact specialcollectionsref@hbs.edu for more information regarding access procedures.
Extent
221 linear feet (1,401 volumes, 159 boxes, 44 cases)Physical Location
MANU
Creator
- From the Collection: Nathan Trotter and Company (Organization)
Repository Details
Part of the Baker Library Special Collections and Archives, Harvard Business School Repository
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