Account books, 1638-1783 (inclusive).

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Account books, 1638-1783 (inclusive).

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Consists of two account books, 1638-1716 and 1680-1783, containing records of offerings received, minister's disbursements, expenses of sacraments and special services, contributions to the poor, and accounts of individual members.

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