Thomas B. Anderson ledger

Collection

Identifier: MSS 2/281

Scope and Contents

Ledger documenting medical practice of Thomas B. Anderson in Hanover and Caroline counties, Va., 1842-1843; some accounts settled as late as 1845. Lists patients, occupation, reason for visit, prescriptions, and settlement of accounts. Includes daybook, 1843 Jan. 1-Mar. 11. Several patients were slaves and plantation overseers.

Dates

1842 - 1845
Majority of material found within 1842 - 1843

Biographical / Historical

Thomas Bates Anderson, Hanover County, Va., physician, was born on 14 Jan. 1792; he died on 3 May 1871. Anderson received an M.D. from the University of Pennsylvania in 1811, served in the War of 1812, and had fourteen children, including physician L. B. Anderson.

Extent

1 volume (55 pages)

Language of Materials

English

Subjects

Finding Aid & Administrative Information

Title: Thomas B. Anderson ledger
Language of description: Undetermined
Script of description: Code for undetermined script

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Repository Details

Repository Details

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