Title: David Deaderick Papers

Date/Date Range :   1785-1828

Extent: 0.1 linear feet

Abstract:

This collection contains various deeds, I.O.U.'s, receipts, and legal papers concerning David Deaderick.

Call number: MS-0693

Repository: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library, Knoxville, TN

Aquisition Information:

Collection is property of Special Collections.

Access Restrictions:

Collection is open for research.

Copyright:

The copyright interests in this collection remain with the creator. For more information, contact the Special Collections Library.

Preferred Citation:

[Identification of Item], David Deaderick Papers, MS-693. University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Special Collections Library.

Collection consists of a single folder.

David Deaderick is thought to be Tennessee's first merchant. The oldest son of David and Rosanna Deaderick, he moved to Jonesboro, TN around 1788 to open a store. In addition to running the town's store, David was active in the affairs of Washington County.

This collection contains various deeds, I.O.U.'s, receipts, and legal papers concerning David Deaderick.

• Jonesboro (Tenn.) -- History.
• Deaderick, David Alexander, 1797-1873.