Ledger of F. A. Cushing

Archive

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Genesee Country Village & Museum

Name/Title

Ledger of F. A. Cushing

Entry/Object ID

2026.03.003

Context

One ledger written by F. A. Cushing recording all of his household goods from 1842-1870. Every item is listed with the cost paid from 1 map for .50 to one walnut sofa for $35. Details include carpeting, bedding, furniture, kitchen goods, stoves, tinware, crockery, etc. Items sold are listed as well. It mentions purchasing a table made by Samuel H. Dinsmoor, a cabinet maker from Massachusetts.

Collection

Genesee Country Village and Museum

Archive Details

Archive Size/Extent

1 ledger

Archive Items Details

Title

F. A. Cushing Ledger

Description

A fascinating look into all of the household goods owned by one person/family over a period of years with the purchase price recorded.

Creator

Cushing, F. A.

Date(s) of Creation

1842 - 1870

Dimensions

Height

6-3/8 in

Width

3-7/8 in

Relationships

Related Person or Organization

Person or Organization

Cushing, F. A.