Harriet P. Sheldon and Mary B. Curtis Recipe Book, 1820-1900

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[Library Title: Recipe Book, 1820-1900]
Manuscript Location
College of William and Mary, Swem Special Collections Research Center
Holding Library Call No.
Mss. MsV R9
Manuscript Cookbooks Survey Database ID#
1548
Place of Origin
United States ➔ Virginia ➔ Williamsburg
United States ➔ Virginia ➔ Wilson's Creek
Date of Composition
1820-1900
Description
This 82-page recipe book was compiled by Harriet P. Sheldon, of Williamsburg, Virginia, and Mary B. Curtis, of Wilson's Creek, Virginia, between 1820 and 1900. The front portion of the book contains recipes from Williamsburg women. In addition to culinary recipes, the book includes home remedies and a list of household items.