Chattel Mortgages Vol. 2, 1837 - 1863
Scope and Contents
This volume was used to record a variety of things in addition to Chattel Mortgages.
It Includes:
Lost Property, Stray Cows, Money Found, 1848-1849 (pg. 140-142)
Fence Divisions, 1838-1863 (begin pg. 201, 418)
Deeds for Pews, 1848-1849 (pg. 151-154)
List of Dog Licenses Issued in Southborough, 1849-1864: these records include the date and number of license, owner's name, and the dog's name along with its age, breed and color (pg. 435-450).
Dates
- Creation: 1837 - 1863
Creator
- From the Collection: Town of Southborough (Organization)
Conditions Governing Access
This collection is open for research. Whenever possible, digital surrogates must be consulted in lieu of the original documents to prevent unneccesary handling and mitigate wear. Research is accommodated by appointment only. Please call (508) 485-0710 x 3005 to make an appointment, or send an email to: [email protected]
Extent
1 Volumes (474 pages)
Language of Materials
English
Preservation Actions
This volume underwent conservation treatment in October 2007 at Brown’s River Records Preservation Services in Essex, Vermont (now Kofile Inc.).
Treatment Summary:
Book dismantled and binding materials removed. Paper mended with Japanese tissue or Crompton heat set tissue. Paper deacidified using magnesium oxide. Book resewn and bound in Hewit vegetable tanned goatskin and acid-free materials.
Repository Details
Part of the Southborough Town Clerk’s Office Municipal Archive Repository