Record #:

15305

Author(s):

Williams, Alfred, II

Abstract:

Founded in 1867 in Raleigh during the chaotic period of Reconstruction, Alfred Williams and Company began as a school book supplier to Raleigh and rest of the state. Williams recounts the history of the firm which still remains in the family's hands. Over the years the company has added stationery, office equipment, and a typewriting, engraving and framing department.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 2 Issue 24, Nov 1934, p18, por

Subject(s):

Booksellers and bookselling--Raleigh; Family-owned business enterprises--Raleigh; Alfred Williams and Co. (Raleigh)