Financial Records, 1766-1828

Scope and content:

Includes a few medical statements and receipts, along with two volumes of household accounts maintained by Benjamin Rush, one in conjunction with his wife. Along with general expenses and accounting information, the account books feature the employment records for Rush family staff and servants, often containing comments on the character and notable aspects of the employment history of each employee.

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Access and use

Parent restrictions:
Collection is open for research.
Parent terms of access:
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Location of this collection:
Rubenstein Library
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Durham, NC 27708 USA
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