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Diary, 1971-1983

 File — Box: 2, Item: 50
Identifier: id28438

Scope and Contents

13 Diaries. Williamsburg, Virginia. Lives in Williamsburg, Virginia where he assists with services at Bruton Parish. His diary mentions his activities, such as shopping, having dinner, parties, church functions and entertainment.  He often states where he shopped, had dinner and the names of the plays or other functions.  He mentions names of local people, usually only using initials, and includes a list in the back of the book where he writes the person’s name beside the initials.  Some names mentioned are Dr. Fuqua, a dentist, Raymond Halstead, George Van Driem and Rev. Cotesworth Lewis, rector of Bruton Parish Church. In 1974 he begins getting injections, but doesn’t mention the reason.  Also, he participates in the 300 Anniversary Service of Bruton Parish Church and the Reception in the Graveyard on April 18, and on September 18, he signs a new Will at Geddy and Harris. In 1979, he begins having medical and blood examinations at home by a nurse and George van Driem, but still has an active social life. On May 17, 1980, he officiated at the marriage of D. Bernardin, Jr. in Dallas, Texas. On September 14, 1981, he signs papers for a condominium at 301 North Boundary Street in Williamsburg, Virginia. On November 24, 1982, he has an examination at the neuro-surgery clinic at Medical College of Virginia in Richmond, Virginia. On January 9, 1983, his good friend, Raymond Halstead, had a 70th birthday champagne brunch at the Hotel Fort Magruder.

Dates

  • Creation: 1971-1983

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Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

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Extent

From the Collection: 8.00 Linear Feet

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