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William A. Baker Recipe Book
Collection
Identifier: Mss. MsV R1
Scope and Contents
Recipe book, 1806-1815, of William A. Baker, of Winchester, Va., containing recipes for beer, wine, and liquor as well as formulae for varnish, sealing wax, cosmetics, medicinal remedies, ink, and dyes. The volume also includes pen and ink sketches (tinted with watercolor) showing the construction of a piano with detailed notes and genealogical data concerning the Foster and Baker families.
Dates:
1806-1815
Found in:
Special Collections Research Center
Betsy Woodson V. Morton Recipe Book
Collection
Identifier: Mss. MsV R6
Scope and Contents
Recipe book, 1845-1846, of Betsy Woodson V. Morton which includes home remedies, and detailed instructions and diagrams for dyeing and weaving counterpanes, carpets, and dimity.
Dates:
1845-1846
Found in:
Special Collections Research Center
Physician's Notebook and Household Remedies
Collection
Identifier: Mss. MsV Nme12
Scope and Contents
Notebook, circaa. 1820-1840, of an unidentified physician or pharmacist. The volume contains medical formulae as well as formulae for household remedies, inks, and dyes.
Dates:
circa 1820-1840
Found in:
Special Collections Research Center