Finding aid for the William Combe receipt
Title:
William Combe receipt
Repository:
Ohio University
Phone: 740-593-2710
http://www.ohio.edu/library/collections/archives-special-collections/
Creator:
Combe, William, 1742-1823.
Dates:
November 19, 1801
Quantity:
0.1 cubic feet
Abstract:
 Receipt written by William Combe for payment by Cadwell and Davies.
Identification:
MSS402
Language:
The records are in English

Biography of William Combe

William Combe was a British author of comedic and satirical poetry and imaginary letters. Employed as a propagandist by the Pitt Government from 1788-1806. He spent the later years of his life frequently imprisoned for debt.

Scope and Content

Document signed November 19, 1801 and impressed with English revenue stamp. The document is a receipt for payment of 52 pounds, 15 shillings, on account for "Captain Mackenzie's Works."

Statement of Arrangement

The collection is in its original arrangement.

Subject Terms

The following terms have been used to describe this collection.

Persons:

Combe, William, 1742-1823.

Preferred Citation

Researchers are requested to cite collection name, collection number, and Ohio University, Athens, Ohio in all footnotes and bibliographical references.