Moses Aaron Dropsie's Account Books (1840-1848)

This collection contains two account books maintained by Moses Aaron Dropsie, a prominent Philadelphia lawyer and philanthropist. The first ledger is 6" x 15" with 95 pages of entries from 1840-1848, detailing repairs. The second ledger measures 7" x 12" and contains 262 pages of entries from 1841-1847. These meticulously kept records offer a glimpse into Dropsie's early life and business dealings before his legal career and his significant contribution to Jewish higher education by founding Dropsie College.

Associated People/Businesses

• DROPSIE, MOSES AARON

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Subjects

• Account books
• History
• Business records
• Jews

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