Low and Wallace bills of lading
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Abstract
This collection consists of two bills of lading for goods shipped to and from the New York City mercantile firm of Low and Wallace.
Historical Note
Low and Wallace was a New York City mercantile firm run by merchants Nicholas Low (1739-1826) and William A. Wallace.
Scope and Contents
This collection consists of two bills of lading for goods shipped to and from the New York City mercantile firm of Low and Wallace. The first bill of lading, dated March 9, 1805, is for goods shipped by Low and Wallace on board the brig Minerva, and is signed by Henry L. De Koven. The second bill of lading, dated June 30, 1805, is for goods shipped to Low and Wallace from Amsterdam by the firm Snellen and Book. It is signed by L.S. Danberry.
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Open to users without restriction.
Preferred Citation
Identification of item, date (if known); Low and Wallace bills of lading, 1977.229, Box and Folder number; Brooklyn Historical Society.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Morrison Pretz, 1964.
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