Spring Brook New York Frank Chesbro Flour Grain 1897 Billhead 8.5 x 7

This 1897 billhead documents a transaction from Frank Chesbro & Bro. in Spring Brook, New York, reflecting late nineteenth-century agricultural supply and grain trade.

Frank Chesbro & Bro. operated as dealers in flour, grain, feed, and meal, serving a rural economy centered on farming and livestock. Businesses of this type functioned as essential intermediaries, supplying staple goods while also purchasing or processing agricultural output. The printed header emphasizes both the range of products and the structured business terms, including cash conditions and claim periods, which were standard features of commercial transactions in this period.

The document features a ledger-style layout with handwritten entries noting quantities and pricing for grain-related goods, along with a total calculation aligned in ruled columns. The date of August 18, 1897 is written at the top, with additional notation indicating payment receipt. The typography combines bold printed identification with cursive script, while the paper shows light toning and fold evidence consistent with use and storage. The format reflects a working business record tied to everyday agricultural commerce.

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