Three handwritten receipts (.a - .c): two from 1862 to "Mrs. J. Q. Henry" and one (undated, but earlier than 1860) to "Miss Helen Smith." (.a) from Bates, Goldthwait, & Co., January 14, 1862, for carpet, "carpet paper," "tapestry," and installation, totaling $244.22. (.b) from Copp & Pear of Boston, April 28, 1862, for window shades, tassels, and blinds, totaling $34.17. (.c) from c. P. Thayer for fabric and dressmaking (itemized), totaling $58.72 Helen J. Smith married John Q. Henry in October 1859.
