Itemized bill from a farewell party for George Washington, thrown three days before the Constitutional Convention ended.
Bill
City Tavern, Philadelphia
September 14, 1787
Food and drink for “55 Gentlemans”
Food
Relishes, Olives, etc.
Drink (bottles)
Madeira, 54
Claret, 60
Old Stock [whiskey] , 8
Porter, 22
Cider, 8
Beer, 12
Bowls of Punch, 7
Damages
Broken decanters, wine glasses, and tumblers
Total Cost
£89 4s 2d
