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Benjamin Harris Powell Daybook, 1852-1854. Local government records collection, Cumberland County Court Records. The Library
of Virginia, Richmond, Va. 23219.
Acquisition Information
This item came to the Library of Virginia in shipments of court papers from Cumberland County.
Benjamin H. Powell owned a general store that conducted business in Cartersville, Virginia.
Cumberland County was named for William Augustus, duke of Cumberland, third son of King George II. It was formed from Goochland
County in 1749. The county seat is Cumberland.
Benjamin Harris Powell Daybook, 1852-1854, records transactions as they occurred on a daily basis from December 1852-February
1854. Information found in each entry includes name of customer, items purchased, and the amount owed. Merchandise sold include
bacon, knives, turkey, dry goods, clothing, pen holders, nails, and shoes. Volume is in poor condition due to damaged spine.