Billhead for L. Lilienstern & Co., a dealer in staple and fancy groceries, located in Clayton, Alabama. Dated May 19, 1882. The billhead lists a purchase of 1 bushel meal and 1 sack of flour. The buyer's name, Mr. Dr. Weems, and the total amount of $3.40 is recorded. A hand-written note indicates receipt of payment, and a signature of “L. Lilienstern & Co.” is included. The billhead includes a printed logo with an ornate script that says “Bought of L. Lilienstern & Co.” along with a business slogan, “Dealer in Staple and Fancy Groceries,” and the payment terms: “Terms Cash.”
Subject: Clayton, Alabama
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Invoice from Parish & Lilienstern, dealers in dry goods, clothing, boots and shoes, hats, groceries, and general merchandise, located in Clayton, Alabama. Dated January 31, 1878. The bill lists a variety of items purchased by J. J. Whin, including 44/81 lbs of “By B/C” and 1 “Shrk” at 200 (likely a garment or fabric). The bill includes an itemized list of the transaction, with handwritten calculations, and a payment section with a signature for “Parish & Lilienstern” at the bottom of the bill.