"Bond for Tavern Licence," Red Hook, New York, May 3, 1830
THF148000 / "Bond for Tavern Licence," Red Hook, New York, May 3, 1830 / detail
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Artifact Overview
Frederick Harrison secured this bond to sell "strong and spiritous liquors and wines" at his tavern located in Red Hook, New York, in 1830. Government officials required Harrison to maintain an orderly tavern -- no cockfighting, gaming, card or dice playing, or keeping a billiards table was allowed. Failure to comply would void the bond.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Bond (Legal record)
Date Made
03 May 1830
Subject Date
03 May 1830
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
82.129.1821
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Letterpress printing
Handwriting
Dimensions
Height: 6.438 in
Width: 8 in
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