John Edgar's Receipt Book (1783-1842) documents personal accounts of money owed and paid. The book was also used as a diary for recording Edgar's day to day interactions. John Edgar was a merchant, politician and land speculator in early Illinois.
Information
Title
John Edgar's Receipt Book, 1783-1842
Creator
St. Clair County
Subject - LOC
Account books
Illinois
History
Date (Created)
1783-01-01
Coverage (Geographic)
United States -- Illinois
Type
Image
Publisher
St. Clair County
Rights
Materials in this collection are made available by the Illinois State Archives. To request reproductions or inquire about permissions, contact: Illinois State Archives, Norton Building, Capitol Complex, Springfield, IL 62756, telephone: 217-782-4866