Overview
The William Morton business records document the work of an agent for the wholesale marketing firm Thompson and Morton and its successor Fay and Morton in mid-19th century Boston.
Dates
- Creation: 1836-1883
Conditions Governing Access
Collection is open for research. Materials stored offsite; access requires advance notice. Contact specialcollectionsref@hbs.edu for more information.
Extent
1.5 linear feet (4 volumes, 1 box)The William Morton business records contains materials related to the work of an agent for a wholesale marketing firm in mid-19th century New England. Records include waste books, day books, ledgers, cash books, bank balances, bills, orders, and correspondence.
Biographical / Historical
William Mortonwas an agent for wholesale marketing businesses based in Boston in the 1830s and 1840s, first partnering with John Thompson to form the firm of Thompson and Morton, and then partnering with William Morton to form successor firm of Fay and Martin. Morton sold primarily to businesses in Maine, which involved frequent to travel to collect money due on notes and acceptances to the firm.
Physical Location
MANU
Immediate Source of Acquisition
The William Morton business records were received by Baker Library Special Collections as a donation from Mrs. H.S. Morley on December 14, 1931.
Processing Information
Processed: December 1931 By: A.M. Lyons
- Title
- Morton, William. William Morton Business Records, 1836-1883: A Finding Aid.
- Author
- Baker Library
- Description rules
- dacs
- Language of description
- und
- EAD ID
- bak00456
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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