Call Number:

Ms. Codex 1821

Repository:

University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts

Extent:

4 volumes

Language:

English

Preferred Citation:

Business diaries, 1924-1931, Ms. Codex 1821, Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts, University of Pennsylvania

Date:

1924-1931 (inclusive)

Form:

Manuscripts, American -- 19th century, Appointment books, Business records, and Codices (bound manuscripts)

Abstract:

Four calendar volumes of "Excelsior diaries" kept by an unknown employee of the Franklin Sugar Refining Company in Philadelphia during the years 1924, 1927, 1928, and 1931.

Four volumes "Excelsior diaries" for the years 1924, 1927, 1928 and 1931 kept by an unknown employee of the Franklin Sugar Refining Company in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The company was controlled by the American Sugar Refining Company. The employee was probably an account executive as evidenced by notes regarding contacts with grocery companies and creating reports for the treasurer. The almost daily notations in the calendars concern appointments; employees vacation days and sick time; trips to New York and Baltimore; and the day-to-day operations of the company. There is also information regarding executives and other employees in the company. Leaves have been laid in the volumes.