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Diary, 1891

 File — Box: Small Collections Box 43, Folder: 1

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

Diary, 1891, of Edward J. Edwards, a day laborer. In brief daily entries he mentions what kind of work he did on any given day and for whom, sometimes adding the pay as well. Also mentions his church, illnesses and deaths in town, etc. No location is mentioned.

The last few pages contain a story.

Dates

  • Creation: 1891

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open to all researchers. Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal or state right to privacy laws and regulations, such as the Virginia Public Records Act (Code of Virginia. § 42.1-76-91); and the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Code of Virginia § 2.2-3705.5). Confidential material may include, but is not limited to, educational, medical, and personnel records. If sensitive material is found in this collection, please contact a staff member immediately. The disclosure of personally identifiable information pertaining to a living individual may have legal consequences for which the College of William and Mary assumes no responsibility.

Extent

From the Collection: 0.01 Linear Foot

Language

English

Repository Details

Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository

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