Invoice record, 1877-1884.

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Invoice record, 1877-1884.

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Record of purchase receipts. Entries consist of date, buyer, item purchased, and amount. Purchases include building supplies, groceries, clothing, magazines, and sundry goods. Arranged chronologically.

.5 cubic ft.

Maryland State Archives

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