Cost of living

We have a patron who is looking for some information about the cost of everyday items during the time period 1851-1875.  He is specifically looking for items like the cost of houses, clothing, food, etc.  This is part of a history project he is doing.  Does anyone have any suggestions on where to look for this information? 

Thanks.

Lonnie V. Roberts
Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Library Services
Altamaha Technical College
1777 West Cherry Street
Jesup, GA 31545

Phone:  912-427-5816
Fax:  912-588-2506
E-mail:  [log in to unmask]


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