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Franklin Machine Company Records Foundry, Providence, R.I. Records, 1845-1924 Size: 0.5 linear feet Catalog number: MSS 429 Processed by: Rick Stattler, May 1999 ©Rhode Island Historical Society Manuscripts Division |
Historical note:
The Franklin Machine Company was based in Providence, Rhode Island. It produced machinery for use in textile mills and other factories. As of 1886, the bulk of its stock was owned by George C. Nightingale and Alexander Burgess.
Scope and content:
Provenance:
The provenance of this collection is unknown, but it was apparently first cataloged circa 1971 to 1978.
Processing note:
Inventory:
Box 1, folder 1. Machinery journal, 1845-1905
Box 1, folder 2. Balance sheets, 1887-1907
Box 2, folder 1. Inventories, 1854-1885
Box 2, folder 2. Notes and bills payable, 1881-1882
Box 2, folder 3. Notes and bills payable, 1893-1900
Box 2, folder 4. Shares ledger, 1886-1924
Subjects:
Foundries - Rhode Island - Providence
Franklin Foundry (Providence, R.I.)
Industry - Rhode Island - Providence
Textile machinery - Rhode Island - Providence
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