William A. Wallace papers, 1808-1815, bulk (1809-1810)

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Creator

Wallace, William A.

Location

Manuscripts and Archives Division

Extent

• .3 linear foot (1 box).

Access Restrictions

Restricted access; Manuscripts and Archives Division; Permit must be requested at the division indicated.

Scope/Contents Note

Collection contains correspondence and financial records of Low and Wallace. Correspondence, 1809-1815, consists mainly of letters received by Wallace concerning his mercantile business exporting such items as tobacco, textiles and lumber. Financial records include purchasing and receiving records, 1808-1811; bills of lading, 1810; and bank books. Also, several letters to Low and some export accounts, 1811-1812.

Biographical/Historical Note

William A. Wallace was a merchant in New York City from the late 1700s to the early 1800s. He was a partner of Nicholas Low (1739-1826) in the mercantile firm Low and Wallace.

Controlled Access Terms

• Wallace, William A.
• Exports -- New York (State) -- New York.
• Lumber.
• Shipping.
• Textile fabrics.
• Tobacco.
• United States -- Commerce.
• Merchants.

Additional Creator Name

• Low, Nicholas, 1739-1826.