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Scrapbook (1885-1905)

 Collection
Identifier: SpC MS 1660-sc

Scope and Contents

Scrapbook from an unidentified compiler consisting mainly of clippings about the molasses industry and the sugar trade. Included is information about the crusade against selling impure or adulterated molasses, tariffs on sugar, and legislation governing trade in sugar and molasses. Clippings are from publications such as the New England Grocer, the Boston Herald, the Eastern Argus, etc. Also included is correspondence to George S. Hunt & Co., Portland, Maine, as well as articles about George S. Hunt & Cram and obituaries of George Hunt, owner of the businesses.

Dates

  • Creation: 1885-1905

Access Restrictions

No restrictions on access.

Use Restrictions

Information on literary rights available in the repository.

Historical Note

George S. Hunt & Co. was a commission business in Portland, Maine, established in 1857. It imported sugar and molasses from Cuba and exported lumber and general merchandise. George S. Hunt & Cram was a sugar brokerage.

Extent

1 volume (29 cm)

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

Scrapbook from an unidentified compiler consisting mainly of clippings about the molasses industry and the sugar trade. Included is information about the crusade against selling impure or adulterated molasses, tariffs on sugar, and legislation governing trade in sugar and molasses. Clippings are from publications such as the New England Grocer, the Boston Herald, the Eastern Argus, etc. Also included is correspondence to George S. Hunt & Co., Portland, Maine, as well as articles about George S. Hunt & Cram and obituaries of George Hunt, owner of the businesses.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Purchased from Bay View Co., Saco, Me.

General

No finding aid - see Special Collections librarian for assistance.

Subject

Title
Guide to the Scrapbook (1885-1905)
Status
No Additional Box Or Folder List For This Small Collection
Date
2012
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
Undetermined
Script of description
Code for undetermined script
Language of description note
English.

Repository Details

Part of the Raymond H. Fogler Library Special Collections Repository

Contact:
5729 Raymond H. Fogler Library
University of Maine
Orono ME 04469-5729 United States
207-581-1686