Ledger sheet detailing a bill for the storage of 30 barrels of gunpowder at the Philadelphia powder magazine on April 12, 1759. The bill itemizes costs for various individuals, including David Franks, who is listed as having stored 7 barrels. The bill is signed by William Hill and receipted by Samuel Garrigues on April 18, 1759. This document relates to the French and Indian War (1754-1763).
Subject: Powder
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Billhead for D. Nathan, successor to F. W. Clute, a wholesale and retail dealer in general merchandise. The billhead lists a purchase of “27 lbs. of flour” by “Samuel Oliver P/L” for a total of $3.70. Dated March 31, 1887. The billhead specifies that D. Nathan is an agent for the California Powder Company, selling blasting and sporting powder. The billhead includes a decorative border with a simple floral design.
Billhead from Jos. Brooks, a wholesale and retail dealer in general merchandise in Silver City, Idaho. The bill is dated April 30, 1872. The invoice is addressed to “Morning Star Me, Co,” and includes a list of items purchased, likely for mining purposes, including several quantities of blasting powder, caps, and other supplies. The billhead is printed on lined paper with a header that lists the business name, the goods sold, and the address.
Billhead from The California Powder Works, dated June 2, 1882. The bill is made out to A. Sutro, and lists a transaction of 37.5 lbs. of Hercules powder for $2.70, 11/8 lbs. of caps for $2.10, and 800 ft. of fuse for $1.60. The total of the transaction is $6.40, with a notation stating that payment has been received and a handwritten signature, possibly from Sutro himself. The business name is written in ornate script, and the billhead has the address for the business, located at 230 California Street.