Census Directory for 1811. Containing the Names, Occupations and

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(PHILADELPHIA). Census Directory for 1811. Containing the Names, Occupations and Residence of the Inhabitants of the City, Southwark and Northern Liberties, a Separate Division Being Allotted to Persons of Colour; To Which Is Annexed an Appendix Containing Much Useful Information, and a Perpetual Calendar. Phila.: Printed by Jane Aitken, 1811. 484, (2) pp. Modern calf-backed, marbled paper over boards. One leaf supplied in expert facsimile; 16 others that have predation to the top corner with loss to some text. A good copy. Spear, p. 277. Shaw & Shoemaker 22497. 20-pages section following the general directory with names and address of African-Americans, one of the first directories to offer separate listings.

Price: $750.00