Prichard, Moses, 1789-1865

Storekeeper in Concord, Mass., in partnership with Samuel Burr. Deputy Sheriff of Middlesex County, Mass. Born in New Ipswich, N.H., Mar. 18, 1789, to Jeremiah and Elizabeth Smith Prichard. Came to Concord at age 17 and was employed by Isaac Hurd, Jr., who kept the "Green Store" (on the site where St. Bernard's Church presently stands). Burr and Prichard bought the business in 1811, kept store under the name Burr & Prichard. They sold groceries, liquor, tobacco and snuff, hardware, tools, dry goods, etc. The post office was operated in their store as well. Prichard married Jane Hallett.

(Cont.) in 1814. Died Jan. 15, 1865.

From the description of Moses Prichard papers, 1811-1823. (Concord Public Library). WorldCat record id: 36807838