Sales ledger, 1855-1858.

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Sales ledger, 1855-1858.

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Record of sales at the "Fancy Store House in the Hall." Prisoners did not purchase items here and it is unclear whether the items sold were made within the prison. Entries consist of date, article sold, purchaser, and amount. Items sold include toothpicks, pin cushions, knives, forks, whistles, bodkins, and crochet needles. Buyers indicated by name, nationality, or as "stranger." Bound with the Employee Bond Record series [MSA S0261].

.5 cubic ft.

Maryland State Archives

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