Historic New England

Account book for James Rundlet May, physician, Portsmouth, N.H.

Records expenditures for a Memorial Day celebration kept by the "Memorial Committee." Itemized costs for the brass band, musicians, printing costs, etc. Also lists city appropriations and contributions. Includes a brief letter from the Memorial Committee appointing the writer to manage the account.

Collection: Rundlet-May family papers

GUSN: 194567

Ref. Code: MS025.TMP.AB.RM-JRM-I-2a

Sketches of European Churches

Album compiled by architect J.W. Ames. Includes detailed sketches of European churches, interiors, circa 25 photographs; 10 pen and ink sketches.

Collection: Photograph albums collection

GUSN: 194568

Ref. Code: PC009.142

Historic houses in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Maine

Removed to scrapbooks, 1995. Album of clippings illustrated with line engravings of historic houses in Massachusetts and New Hampshire, Vermont, Maine. Part of series titled "Old Homes, Old Families" plus other articles, not from this series, relating to the same subject. Houses documented include...

Date: 1890s

Collection: Photograph albums collection

GUSN: 194575

Ref. Code: PC009.143

Account book of James Rundlet May, physician, Portsmouth, N.H., 1881-1882

Small monthly record of personal expenses. Items such as stamps, telegrams, food, and clothing are listed. Includes summary by type of expenditure: clothing, gifts, and traveling for a two year period. Cost of journeys to Boston, New York, Washington, Norwich, and Windsor are itemized. Names men...

Date: 1881-1882

Collection: Rundlet-May family papers

GUSN: 194570

Ref. Code: MS025.TMP.AB.RM-JRM-I-2ab

Account book of Jonathan Sayward, merchant, York, Maine, 1741

Concerns small shipping transactions of foodstuffs (rum and molasses) and various drygoods. Also contains figures for lumber lengths, religious poetry, and two brief accounts of ocean trips from Maine to Boston and Rhode Island. These include weather observations. Names mentioned: Capt. Josiah Beal,...

Date: 1741

Collection: Rundlet-May family papers

GUSN: 194573

Ref. Code: MS025.TMP.AB.SY-1-3

Account book and memorandum for Samuel Lord, financial investor, Portsmouth, N.H., 1851-1878

An accounting of income and expenditures. Lists property holdings and investments with values. Profit losses are itemized and clients listed by name. Also includes a yearly financial summary (state of affairs) in a journal format, mentioning topic of interest in the cotton manufacturing trade. The 1...

Date: 1851-1878

Collection: Rundlet-May family papers

GUSN: 194578

Ref. Code: MS025.TMP.AB.RM-SL-I-5

Bungalow designs

Removed to scrapbooks, 1995. Bungalow designs compiled from newspapers, circa 1910-1920. Floor plans, renderings and photographs of various styles by Glenn Saxton, Charles Sedgwick and others.

Date: ca. 1915

Collection: Photograph albums collection

GUSN: 194576

Ref. Code: PC009.144

Columbian Portfolio: World's Fair 1893

Columbian portfolio. Photographs of World's Fair 1893. 22 halftone plates, plus color supplements (10) Illustrating individual buildings and general views with explanatory text. Color supplement published July 2, 1893 by Chicago Tribune Art Supplement and photomechanicals published by The Jones Br...

Date: 1893

Collection: Photograph albums collection

GUSN: 194579

Ref. Code: PC009.145

Views of Massachusetts and Vermont

4x7 albumen prints, exposed in the 1880s, probably by an amateur photographer. Quality and pictorial interest are above average. Views include: Provincetown, Massachusetts; Hyde Park, Massachusetts; Boston, Massachusetts; Moon Island Pumping Station and Sewarage Plant, Bellows Falls, Vergennes, Ru...

Date: ca. 1880

Collection: Photograph albums collection

GUSN: 194583

Ref. Code: PC009.146

Cash book of Jonathan Sayward Barrell, merchant, York, Maine, 1818-1835

Record of accounts listing customers, personal travel expenses, laborers' wages, and banking transactions. Includes some brief memoranda about "putting out" son, Joseph, to Stephen Lowell in Boston. Also, includes contracts of employment with live-in laborers.

Date: 1818-1835

Collection: Rundlet-May family papers

GUSN: 194598

Ref. Code: MS025.TMP.AB.SY-I-12a

House and Family Album

34 pages of gaslight prints, 3-4 prints per page, documenting interiors, pasttimes, pets, and family members. Locality not identified. Views include parade, attic storage, decorations. Pictorial quality is very good; print quality is variable. Dates to circa 1900. A avaluable study album for int...

Date: ca. 1900

Collection: Photograph albums collection

GUSN: 194596

Ref. Code: PC009.147

Views of New York State

Largely views of New York State, including Vassar College, circa 1890s. 61 photographs

Date: ca. 1895

Collection: Photograph albums collection

GUSN: 194597

Ref. Code: PC009.148

Snapshots of family and friends in Massachusetts and New York

This leather-bound album holds 202 black-and-white snapshots from 1919-1933. Included are a number of shots of groups of girls taken throughout many years camping, playing, and traveling together. Also families and shots of individuals on Cape Cod, in Dorchester, Northfield, Massachusetts, and locat...

Date: 1919-1933

Collection: Photograph albums collection

GUSN: 193808

Ref. Code: PC009.239

Frank Cousins Art Co. sample book

This album is a salesman's order book for the Frank Cousins Art Co. of Salem, Massachusetts. It contains 128 black and white 7.5 x 9.5 inch photographs of Colonial architectural details, including building exteriors, doorways, railings, interior views, wallpapers, stairs, windows, fireplaces, brass ...

Date: 1890-1900

Collection: Photograph albums collection

GUSN: 193810

Ref. Code: PC009.241

Mansard style house

This portfolio consists of twenty-one black and white photographs which document an unidentified Mansard style house, probably located in Worcester, Mass. at the turn of the nineteenth century. The photographs were taken by C. L. Blair, 44 Front Street, Worcester, Mass. The collection includes exter...

Date: ca. 1890

Collection: Photograph albums collection

GUSN: 193811

Ref. Code: PC009.242

H. L. Wilkinson House

A house portrait album owned by the Wilkinson family of Franklin, Mass. This bound album contains thirteen black and white photographs (7.5 x 9.5) illustrating a house and its rooms at the turn of the nineteenth century. Each photo is a detailed study of the furnishings and decor. Rooms include livi...

Date: 1900

Collection: Photograph albums collection

GUSN: 193812

Ref. Code: PC009.243

Birch Knoll, Franklin, Massachusetts

This album is embossed with "Birch Knoll, Franklin, Massachusetts" on the cover. The album contains seventeen black and white photographs of the interior and exterior of a home owned by Anna Wilkinson Rathbun taken around 1900. The photographs in this album are all stamped by the photographer R. J. ...

Date: ca. 1900

Collection: Photograph albums collection

GUSN: 193813

Ref. Code: PC009.244

Artwork of Providence, RI

Portfolio of B&W gravure plates of Providence, RI published in nine parts by the W. J. Parish Publishing Co in 1896. Parts 1 & 9 are missing. 42 plates with 62 images. Each part is stamped on the front right lower corner "Gift of Franklin Reed, 1984." Plates of Providence, showing landscapes, do...

Date: 1896

Collection: Photograph albums collection

GUSN: 193814

Ref. Code: PC009.245

Historical Views of New England

Album of small original photographs c 1910-1920. Album, together with Album # 247, is green morocco and green cloth, ribbed 6 panel spines. From the private library of Edward Osbourne Bassett. Most photos mounted in albums with a few loose between the pages. They have been removed to a separate f...

Date: 1910-1920

Collection: Photograph albums collection

GUSN: 193815

Ref. Code: PC009.246

Historical Views of New England

Album of small original photographs c 1910-1920. Album, together with Album # 246 is green morocco and green cloth, ribbed 6 panel spines. From the private library of Edward Osbourne Bassett. Most photos mounted in albums with a few loose between the pages. They have been removed to a separate fo...

Date: 1910-1920

Collection: Photograph albums collection

GUSN: 193816

Ref. Code: PC009.247

Pierce-Perry-Farmer House, High Street, Newburyport, Mass.

This is an album bound in leather which includes forty-eight very detailed black and white photographs of the Pierce-Perry-Farmer house in Newburyport, Mass. It includes both exterior and interior views. The exterior views show the Federalist mansion and gardens. The interior views highlight sitting...

Date: ca. 1939

Collection: Photograph albums collection

GUSN: 193817

Ref. Code: PC009.248

New England Family Album

Photo album with red snake/alligator print front and back cover containing approximately 30 leaves with 281 snapshots. Photographs are mostly 3 x4 black and white images with some larger photographs ( 3 1/2 x 5 7/8 inches). The first few pages are loose and missing some the photographs. Album app...

Date: 1948-1949

Collection: Photograph albums collection

GUSN: 193818

Ref. Code: PC009.249

Account book 127, 1840-1845

Account book listing charges made by customers between 1840 and 1845 and recorded by an unknown purveyor of goods and services. Entries are listed by customer, then chronologically by purchase. Customers include: Moses Davis; John Dinsmore, Jr.; Simeon Kimbal; William McDaniel; Jeremiah Hall & C...

Date: 1840-1845

Collection: Account books collection

GUSN: 193819

Ref. Code: MS002.127

Account book 128, Vermont, 1873-1873

This account book for a northern Vermont manufacturer kept track of orders between 1872 and 1873. Customers ordered a variety of building parts such as blinds, windows, moldings, rails, and doors; precise measurements for many of these construction components are given, as are requested delivery dat...

Date: 1872-1873

Collection: Account books collection

GUSN: 193821

Ref. Code: MS002.128

Plan book of William G. Shillaber, Mass., 1866-1924

Plan book of William G. Shillaber's properties in Boston, Newton, Cambridge, Peabody, and Brighton. Plan book with photographs and surveys of properties as well as account sheets, deeds, and newspaper articles about real estate, land values, taxes, building methods, and Boston neighborhoods. Accoun...

Date: 1866-1924

Collection: Account books collection

GUSN: 193822

Ref. Code: MS002.129

Account book of H.K. Keith and Co., June 30-October 25, 1856

Account book of H. K. Keith & Co., with recorded sales from June 30 to October 25, 1856. Entries list daily retail sales, primarily for food items, clothing, dyes, soap, tea, and textiles. Also included are dyes, varnishes, spirits, and oils. Majority of sales appear to take place on Saturdays. ...

Date: 1856

Collection: Account books collection

GUSN: 193823

Ref. Code: MS002.130

Stock book of Henry K. Keith and Co., Feb. 1, 1860

"Stock Book" of Henry K. Keith & Co., February 1, 1860 detailing inventory of clothing, dry goods, writing supplies, pens, ink, and household items (including lamps, bottles, bowls, and polish). Other entries of interest include snuff boxes, reticules, hymnals, whips, ferrules, and curry combs. Quan...

Date: 1860-02-01

Collection: Account books collection

GUSN: 193824

Ref. Code: MS002.131

Account book of Nahum Keene, Duxbury, Mass., Mar. 24, 1852

Account book of Nahum Keene of Duxbury, Massachusetts, March 24, 1852, detailing inventory of clothing and textile goods, including dyes and accessories, such as veils, ribbons, gloves, and shawls. Other utilitarian items include: serving pieces; bed pans; scythes; and spices and various condiments ...

Date: 1852-03-24

Collection: Account books collection

GUSN: 193825

Ref. Code: MS002.132

Stock book of L.F. Brett, Duxbury, Mass., Feb. 1, 1843

Stock book of L. F. Brett of Duxbury, Massachusetts, dated February 1, 1843. Listed are a variety of clothing items and accessories, such as scarves, handkerchiefs, and hosiery. Other entries refer to children's clothing, sewing supplies and notions, foundations, and textiles. Household items listed...

Date: 1843-02-01

Collection: Account books collection

GUSN: 193826

Ref. Code: MS002.133

Account book of James Short, Newbury, Mass., 1742-1801

This family account book was kept by James Short of Newbury, Massachusetts, between 1742 and 1801. Other family members mentioned include Nicolas Short and John Short. Monies exchanged were in pounds Sterling. Goods and services exchanged included a wide variety of agrarian activities and basic need...

Date: 1742-1801

Collection: Account books collection

GUSN: 193827

Ref. Code: MS002.134

Account book of Andrew Ayers, Northfield, Mass., 1818-1852

Account book of Andrew Ayers of Northfield, Massachusetts, kept 1818-1852, in which he records on an almost daily basis receipts for goods and services rendered. Goods sold include: bushels of corn, oats and potatoes; barrels of cider; pounds of beef; pecks of onions and pork; "soap greece;" and loa...

Date: 1818-1852

Collection: Account books collection

GUSN: 193828

Ref. Code: MS002.135

The whalemen's quick step

Cover depicts a military encampment on Boston Common with the Massachusetts State House in the background. Soldiers perform drills. Visible in the background is the Hancock Mansion.

Date: 1842

Collection: Barrett family papers

GUSN: 193834

Ref. Code: MS007.01.47.09

Gov. Morton's grand march

Cover features a head-and-shoulders portrait of Governor Morton seated in three-quarter profile.

Date: 1843

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 193836

Ref. Code: EP001.10.TMP.055

Dennis' quick step

Cover depicts two soldiers in uniform. Their hats bear the insignia "MR." The city of Boston can be seen in the distance, as well as a military encampment.

Date: 1844

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 193844

Ref. Code: EP001.10.TMP.056

Album 30A: Windsor Houses, Volume 1

This album includes fifty-three black and white photographs of historic homes. The images are arranged by owner's last name. Included in this volume are names beginning with A through H. See volume B for I through Z. Both albums were created by Daniel Broderick of Windsor, Connecticut, in 1933. All ...

Date: 1933

Collection: Photograph albums collection

GUSN: 193839

Ref. Code: PC009.030A

Album 30B: Windsor Houses, Volume 2

This album includes forty-eight black and white photographs of historic homes. The images are arranged by owner's last name. Included in this volume are names beginning with I through Z. See album 30A for A through H. Both albums were created by Daniel Broderick of Windsor, Connecticut, in 1933. All...

Date: 1933

Collection: Photograph albums collection

GUSN: 193840

Ref. Code: PC009.030B

Dreams of the past

Cover depicts a view of Saint Augustine's church and cemetery, South Boston. A man sits alone beneath a tree.

Date: 1844

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 193849

Ref. Code: EP001.10.TMP.057

Violet quadrilles

Cover depicts a formal dance at Papanti's dance studio. Four couples are dancing while the remainder of the guests sit around the dance floor. Musicians can be seen performing in a balcony.

Date: ca. 1844

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 193855

Ref. Code: EP001.10.TMP.058

Wrecker's daughter quick step

The cover depicts the personification of Hope, holding a memorial portrait of Grace Darling and her father who rescued nine survivors from the wreck of the ship, Forfarshire, off the Farne Islands, 1831.

Date: 1844

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 193862

Ref. Code: EP001.10.TMP.059

The mariner's orphan girl

Cover depicts a bereaved family by the seashore. A young girl and a young boy cling to their mother's dress. The mother's eyes are downcast.

Date: ca. 1845

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 193867

Ref. Code: EP001.10.TMP.060

The razor strop man, or, A few more left : a comic song

The cover depicts an urban street vendor surrounded by a group of customers.

Date: 1845

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 193870

Ref. Code: EP001.10.TMP.061

Favorite melodies from the grand Chinese spectacle of Aladdin, or, The wonderful lamp, as produced at the Boston Museum. No. 6, Aladdin quick step

Cover features a view of the Boston Museum building on Tremont St., Boston.

Date: 1847

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 193875

Ref. Code: EP001.10.TMP.062

He doeth all things well, or, My sister : a ballad

A woman sits alone beneath a tree.

Date: 1847

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 193879

Ref. Code: EP001.10.TMP.063

Sea king's bride

The cover depicts opera singer Johanna Maria "Jenny" Lind (1820-1887) waving.

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 193886

Ref. Code: EP001.10.TMP.064

The Massapoag march

Cover features a view of the Massapoag House hotel.

Date: 1848

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 193891

Ref. Code: EP001.10.TMP.065

The death of St. Clare, little Eva's father, from Uncle Tom's Cabin

This sheet music contains harmful imagery and employs racist stereotypes. Historic New England acknowledges historical records / objects may contain harmful imagery and language reflecting attitudes and biases of their creators and time in which they were made. Historic New England does not alte...

Date: 1852

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 193893

Ref. Code: EP001.10.TMP.066

"Sachem's daughter"

This sheet music contains harmful imagery and language and employing racist stereotypes. Historic New England acknowledges historical records / objects may contain harmful imagery and language reflecting attitudes and biases of their creators and time in which they were made. Historic New Englan...

Date: 1850

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 193896

Ref. Code: EP001.10.TMP.067

"The Harrison Song", sheet music, undated

This sheet music contains harmful imagery and language. Historic New England acknowledges historical records / objects may contain harmful imagery and language reflecting attitudes and biases of their creators and time in which they were made. Historic New England does not alter or edit objects a...

Date: 1840, undated

Collection: Barrett family papers

GUSN: 193898

Ref. Code: MS007.01.15.12