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ITEM — Box: 3 Identifier: UAI 71

Ledger, 1795-1804 Digital

Scope and Contents

The large leather-bound volume contains a final monthly accounting of Steward Gannett's financial transactions from December 1795 through September 1804. The journal records four types of transactions: "Sundry accounts dr to Treasury," "Cash dr to sundry accounts," "Treasury dr to sundry accounts," and Treasury Dr to Treasury orders." The pages are arranged into columns for account numbers, transaction descriptions, and associated amounts. The entries reflect the movement of funds between the Steward's cash and sundry accounts and the Treasury. Transaction descriptions include student names and amounts based on quarterly bills, specific scholarship and salary allocations, and the names of individuals paid for services, from wood suppliers to medical instructors.

Dates

  • Creation: 1795-1804

Researcher Access

The Early records of the Steward are open for research.

Extent

2.7 cubic feet (16 volumes, 1 document box, and 22 folders)

Former call number

Formerly classified as UAI.70.15.70 Bursar's Journals

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Received in the Harvard University Archives in April 1830.

Repository Details

Part of the Harvard University Archives Repository

Holding nearly four centuries of materials, the Harvard University Archives is the principal repository for the institutional records of Harvard University and the personal archives of Harvard faculty, as well as collections related to students, alumni, Harvard-affiliates and other associated topics. The collections document the intellectual, cultural, administrative and social life of Harvard and the influence of the University as it emerged across the globe.

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