Frank Brown account books
Content Description
The collection consists of two ledgers of a saloon operated by Frank Brown in Jacksonville, Oregon. The ledgers list the names of saloon patrons, their purchases, and their tabs. The first volume is organized by patron name, while the second volume's entries are in chronological order. The second volume contains headings for both Fowler and Frank Co.'s accounts and for Frank Brown's individual accounts. Expense items listed include drinks, cigars, and games of billiards.
Dates
- 1854-1858
Creator
- Brown, Frank (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
Collection is open for research.
Conditions Governing Use
The Oregon Historical Society owns the materials in the Research Library and makes available reproductions for research, publication, and other uses. The Society does not necessarily hold copyright to all materials in the collections, In some cases, permission for use may require seeking additional authorization from copyright owners.
Biographical Note
Frank Brown was proprietor of a saloon in Jacksonville, Oregon, in the 1850s. Little else is known about him.
Extent
0.29 Cubic Feet (11x14 flat box)
Language of Materials
English
Abstract
Two ledgers of a saloon operated by Frank Brown in Jacksonville, Oregon. The ledgers list bar tabs from 1854-1858.
Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements
This collection requires special handling due to fragility. Contact library staff for assistance.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Acquired prior to 2011 (RL2019-096-RETRO).
Creator
- Brown, Frank (Person)
- Title
- Guide to the Frank Brown account books
- Status
- Completed
- Author
- Jeffrey A. Hayes
- Date
- 2019
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- Undetermined
- Script of description
- Code for undetermined script
- Language of description note
- Finding aid is written in English.
Repository Details
Part of the Oregon Historical Society Research Library Repository
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