George Kunkel daybook, 1814-1817
1 volume
George Kunkel, a merchant in Harrisburgh, Pennsylvania, kept this daybook between 1814 and 1817. He sold a variety of items, including alcohol, food, fabrics, and nonperishable goods.
George Kunkel, a merchant in Harrisburgh, Pennsylvania, kept this daybook between 1814 and 1817. He sold a variety of items, including alcohol, food, fabrics, and nonperishable goods. Several accounts charged to "Widow Kunkel" relate to monthly and annual housekeeping expenses. Kunkel began his fiscal year on August 1, 1816, with the statement "I George Kunkel do commence keeping my accounts in dollars and cents This Day," accompanied by an ink drawing of two faces and a bird.