William Williams account books, 1752-1826.

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William Williams account books, 1752-1826.

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William Williams, of Lebanon, Connecticut, was one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence. He was very involved in politics, and was also a successful merchant in Lebanon. Williams served for many years as town clerk in Lebanon and also as a selectman. An abstract of deeds contains Williams' notes from the town clerk position. Three volumes contain accounts of the estate of Simeon Gray. One of the account books is housed in a leather pocketbook. Several of the items in the collection are dated after Williams' death, including a farm account book. A unique piece is an account book listing weavers who produced cloth for Williams' store. Other items from the store include blotter books, daybooks, an invoice book, and ledgers.

36 volumes.

Connecticut Historical Society

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Williams, William, 1731-1811

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William Williams (April 8, 1731 – August 2, 1811) was an American Founding Father, merchant, a delegate for Connecticut to the Continental Congress in 1776, and a signatory to the United States Declaration of Independence. Born in Lebanon, Connecticut, Williams attained a common school education before studying theology and law at Harvard College, graduating in 1751. He continued preparing for the ministry for a year but then joined the militia to fight in the French and Indian War. After the...

Gray, Simeon, 1733-1777.

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