This collection consists of a single ledger, maintained by H. A. Buchanan, of Smyth County, Virginia. The ledger records Buchanan's work as agent for Fayetta Peterson (aka Mrs. W. J. Peterson). The ledger entries, commencing in 1897, include such expenditures as supplies, taxes, and incidentals; and income from rent, dividends, and interest. The entries end in 1910. Inserted in the ledger are two receipts and an undated note to "Fay."