Scope and Contents The Robert A. Barnes Business Ledgers Collection consists of accounting ledgers, sales books, and expense records from Robert Barnes's business ventures during the 19th century. The materials concern Barnes's partnerships with John W. Reel, John C. Swon, and the Vairin and Reel Company, which Barnes oversaw after the death of John W. Reel in 1838. The books include day to day expenses of the various companies, as well as financial relationships with individuals and other businesses...

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Sales to individual associates; daily sales and expenses of St. Louis business