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 Collection
Identifier: MC 796

Allinson family papers

Dates

  • 1809-1812
  • Majority of material found in 1809-1810

Abstract

Tailor's ledger, 1809-1812, from a shop in the Philadelphia area. Entries in the ledger pertain chiefly to the making and mending of suits, vests, coats, pants, breeches and hose.

Extent

0.2 Cubic Feet (one volume housed in a custom-made box)

Language of Materials

English

Arrangement

While other materials exist in the collection, the only item presently available for research is the tailor's ledger in the James Allinson series. The finding aid will reflect any new processing as more materials are made available.

Author
Stephen Bacchetta
Date
August 2026
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