Records of the Butler, 1722-1799

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Records of the Butler, 1722-1799

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The College Butler, a position that lasted from the mid-seventeenth century through the end of the eighteenth century, was responsible for supplying and managing the Buttery, a commissary where students could purchase food and minor necessities, along with other certain other daily tasks. The position was held by students. These records document the Butler’s financial responsibilities from 1722 to 1799 and consist of account books, receipts, bills, statements, and scrap paper used to calculate sums.

.28 cubic feet; (4 volumes and one document box)

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The College Butler was responsible for managing the Buttery, a commissary where students could purchase food and minor necessities, and designated common rooms. The position, which existed from the mid-seventeenth century through the end of the eighteenth century, was held by a student, who received a salary and designated dormitory space in return. In later years, the Butler also received a percentage of the profits from Buttery sales. The first mention of ...