[Diaries of an land surveyor or land agent.] 1862,1863,1887

File — Box: 3, Folder: 5-7

Staff Only

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

Additional Description

General

The name that has been associated with these diaries is Eleazer S. Ingalls. However, there are many notes on the flyleaves, and this name is only one of them given in one of the diaries. The entries do mention names that appear to be associated with the Grand Rapids and Kent County, Michigan area. Also, the diarist travels as part of the work, and other places and names in Michigan associated with this area included in the diaries. The writers father is often mentioned, but not by name; 1862 + accounts; 1863 + accounts; 1887