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Excerpts from the Diary of E.A. Roby, 1869-1879 / author of the excerpt unknown, n.d.

 File — Box: 3, Folder: 4

Scope and Contents

From the Sub-Series:

These volumes are perhaps a special type of diary, often given as a gift including some message or artwork at that time. The new owner when then continue to collect the signature, messages, and expressions of her friends, including poetry, artwork, or clippings. Stationary vendors of the 19th century sold blank books with their title page, such as “The Young Lady’s Remembrancer” Detroit : Stephen Wells, Bookseller. (Michigan Territory)”, which is used in this collection for the Mary Ann Hinsdile Remembrancer. [Hinsdale?]

Dates

  • no date

Extent

From the Collection: 15.1 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

General

Includes: 2 photocopies of a typed manuscript, a photocopy of a Sparta Township, Kent Co. Plat Map, and pages related to E.A. Roby from Chapman’s History of Kent County. 1993.003

Repository Details

Part of the Grand Rapids History Center Repository

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