Billhead - L. & H. HERZOG, Memphis, Tennessee, May 18, 1864

A billhead from L. & H. HERZOG, dealers in staple and fancy dry goods, boots, shoes, and plantation supplies. Located at 296 Main Street, Memphis, Tennessee, the store is noted as being “next door to Wasson’s Drug Store”. Dated May 18, 1864. The bill records a purchase of “2 yd Ribbon” and “1/2 yd Elastic”, totaling $2.15. The buyer, L. James, likely paid cash for the goods. The billhead has simple lines and an elegant printed header with the name and address of the business and the type of items sold.

Associated People/Businesses

• James, L.
• L. & H. Herzog
• HERZOG, L. & H.

Geography

• Memphis

Subjects

• Billheads
• Business records
• 19th century
• Dry Goods

Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Box 11, Folder 4