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Scope and Contents The Connecticut Mining Company account book (1939-23-0) contains financial records for the years 1858 through 1860. The Connecticut Mining Company was incorporated in 1854 by the state General Assembly with the purpose of exploring for iron, copper and other metals and minerals, and for mining, vending, smelting and working the same. The thiry-five page ledger contains the names of laborers who worked in the mines, as well as their daily wages. Also noted are larger amounts that individuals...

Scope and Contents The Wolcottville First School District account books (1980-35-0) contains account records of the First School District of Wolcottville. One volume contains records from 1840-1859. The second volume commences January 1, 1854 and continues into 1881. This book passed through the hands of several treasurers during this time and each recorded names along with dates and the amount paid to the school district. Treasurers listed are Giles A. Gaylord, H.S. Barbour, Frank L. Hungerford, Charles E....