College of William and Mary--History--19th century
Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:
George W. Lindsay Promise with Samuel W. Murphy
Collection
Identifier: UA 5.272
Scope and Contents
A promise signed and dated between William & Mary students, George W. Lindsay and Samuel W. Murphy on November 25, 1857. The promise reads as follows: "We, the undersigned, do solemly promise never to marry without the others consent. Nothing but death shall dissolve this promise."
Dates:
1857 November 25
Found in:
Special Collections Research Center
George W. Lindsay Diary, 1858
Collection — Box 1 (undersize), Volume: 1
Identifier: UA 5.033
Scope and Contents
One dark brown memo book, 2.75" x 4", containing George Lindsay's diary from his time at the College of William and Mary and at home in Richmond. At the end of the diary is a list of names and list of expenditures. Lindsay’s activities include going on walks in the evening with friends; attending church every Sunday, either Episcopal or Baptist churches; taking lessons in math and history; attending parties such as Mrs. Tucker's; studying hard; and going on school picnics. His...
Dates:
1858
Found in:
Special Collections Research Center