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Lot 288:
Description
C-19914
c. 1905–1908; Forest Park Funeral Home – USA Large bound ledger book containing handwritten funeral records with printed “Record of Funeral” forms throughout. Entries document names of the deceased, dates, services rendered, and itemized costs including caskets, embalming, and related services. Interior pages show consistent use with period handwriting and detailed accounting entries, while the binding features a cloth spine with reinforced stitching and heavy paper stock typical of early 20th century record books. Spine is marked “Record” indicating its use as a formal log volume. Funeral record ledgers such as this were maintained by undertakers as part of daily operations, providing a detailed account of services and expenses for each client. Examples spanning multiple years, like this 1905–1908 volume, offer insight into early funeral practices and community history.
Shows heavy wear consistent with age and use, including separation of covers and binding, fraying to the spine, and loose or detached sections of pages. Paper shows toning, edge wear, and handling marks throughout. Despite condition issues, the book retains substantial interior content with legible entries.
9.5 " W x 15" H
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