Reed and Delong Pharmacy Records (DeKalb)

Collection

Identifier: RHC-RC-039

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

The Reed and Delong Records consist of 1 box of 8 ledger books. These books document the transactions of Hiram Delong and John Reed’s Pharmacy for the years from 1877 to 1893. These records document transactions for numerous dry goods items including matches, tobacco, plaster, coffee, pharmaceuticals and spices. Also included are prescriptions and cash books. Several ledgers identify customer’s and their purchases.

Dates

created: 1877-1893
Other: Date acquired: 00/00/1965

Conditions Governing Access

There are no restrictions on access to materials in the collection.

Conditions Governing Use

Property rights in the collection belong to the Regional History Center; literary rights are dedicated to the public.

Biographical or Historical Information

John Reed and Hiram Delong’s Pharmacy was located in DeKalb, Illinois. As a combined dry goods store-pharmacy, Reed and Delong sold a variety of merchandise including drugs, oils and paints, dye stuffs, salted meat, and prescriptions. In September 1879, the Pharmacy moved from an unknown location in DeKalb to new quarters in Corking’s Block, DeKalb. The partnership lasted until 1887 when Reed took over the business. Continuing to operate the drygoods pharmacy alone, Reed then moved to the Bee Hive Block (Third and Main), DeKalb. During these years the business was known under various names including Reed’s Pharmacy and the Palace Drug Store, each under the proprietorship of John Reed.

Note written by

Extent

1.00 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Method of Acquisition

The Records of Reed and Delong were deposited in the Northern Illinois University Archives in the late 1960’s. University Archivist J. Joseph Bauxar transferred the collection to the Northern Illinois Regional History Center in June 1978.