Letter of L.A. Holbrock, St. Louis, to “Mr. Uncle and Mrs. Aunt.” Circumstances of the writer’s going into partnership with two others in a starch manufacturing business. He had thought of buying a paper mill, but knew of another German who lost his investment in one. Writer quotes shipping prices of several products down the river from Iowa or Wisconsin. “We have two new employees who receive 8 dollars a month and their keep.” Individuals mentioned: Schnieding[?], Hurlbaum[?], Mr. Biermann, Minsch[?], Mirster, Schroder, L. Schwarz, and Ewald Hertle[?]. Places mentioned: Cincinnati, Tarlton, Chillicothe, Hillsboro, Louisville, and Portland., 1845 Aug 6
Item — Box: 2, Folder: 1
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
Collection of material pertaining to the history of the city of St. Louis. Includes original documents and letters and numerous articles and newsclippings referring to various aspects of life in St. Louis.
Dates
- 1845 Aug 6
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is open for research use.
Extent
From the Collection: 2.7 Cubic Feet ( (5 boxes; 1 oversize folder))
Language of Materials
English
Repository Details
Part of the Missouri Historical Society Library and Research Center Repository