Dix, George S., Account Book George S. Dix Account Book, 1867-1874 Ms.2011.065

George S. Dix Account Book, 1867-1874 Ms.2011.065


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Jennifer Mitchell, Archivist

Repository
Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech
Identification
Ms.2011.065
Title
George S. Dix Account Book 1867-1874
Quantity
0.1 Cubic Feet, 1 folder
Creator
Dix, George S.
Language
English .
Abstract
This collection contains a ledger for a hotel run by George S. Dix in Pennsylvania. In 1871, the hotel was moved to Onancock in Accomack County, Virginia. Account entries date from 1867 to 1874.

Administrative Information

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The collection is open for research.

Preferred Citation

Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: [identification of item], [box], [folder], George S. Dix Account Book, Ms2011-064, Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.

Processing Information

The processing, arrangement, and description of the George S. Dix Account Book was completed in August 2011.


Biographical Note

George S. Dix was from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. On September 2, 1871, Mr. Dix took over a hotel in Onancock, Accomack County, Virginia.

Scope and Content

This account book contains records of charges and expenses for a hotel run by George S. Dix. Charges include lodging and food. The entries date from July 1, 1867 through March 1874.

Subjects and Indexing Terms

  • Ledgers (account books)
  • Virginia -- History

Rights Statement for Archival Description

The guide to the George S. Dix Account Book by Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech, is licensed under a CC0 ( https://creativecommons.org/share-your-lwork/public-domain/cc0/ ).

Container List

folder 1
Account Book
1867-1874