Thomas Sloo papers, 1876-1913 (bulk 1883-1909).

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Sloo, Thomas, b. 1790. Thomas Sloo papers, 1876-1913 (bulk 1883-1909).

Thomas Sloo papers, 1876-1913 (bulk 1883-1909).

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Business papers consist of cancelled stock certificates, promissory notes, bills and receipts, price lists, catalogs, New Orleans property leases, and letters. These letters discuss, among other things, the history of George Horter's business (predecessor of Baker, Sloo and Co.) and terms of its sale, the purchase of straw from W. Fitzgerald & Co., Camden, New Jersey, and difficulties with competitors Hill and Becker. The Milton Society (also called the "Atlantean" by its members) papers include its constitution; broadsides announcing meetings; lists of officers, members, and committees; a photograph of a tableau stage setting; and four hand-drawn, colored plates of costumes. Invitations and admittance cards to Atlantean, Krewe of Momus, and Krewe of Comus (Mardi Gras carnival organizations) dances, and business and calling cards comprise the printed ephemera. The printed volumes are Sloo's business catalogs.

0.3 linear ft. (104 items; 7 pr. v.)

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