Billhead - J. L. David & Bro., Charleston, South Carolina, July 2, 1885

This billhead belongs to J. L. David & Bro., a clothing, furnishings, and hatters business located at 301 and 303 King Street in Charleston, South Carolina. The billhead is dated July 2, 1885, and lists a purchase made by J. D. Cappleman. The item purchased is likely a coat. The billhead features a decorative banner with the name of the business, the address, and a list of services offered. The billhead is printed on light-colored paper with a ruled grid layout. It is filled in by hand with cursive script. The handwritten portion of the billhead is dated June 17, 1885, suggesting a period of time between purchase and payment. The billhead is a good example of a business document from the late 19th century. It provides details about the business, the transaction, and the buyer.

Associated People/Businesses

• Cappleman, J. D.
• J. L. David & Bro.
• David, J.L.

Geography

• Charleston

Subjects

• Billheads
• Clothing
• Business records
• 19th century
• Retail trade

Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Box 4, Folder 8