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Marcia L. Barrows diary

 Collection — Box: Communal Collections 70, Placement: 4
Identifier: MSP 318

Scope and Contents

The Marcia L. Barrows diary is a 2.5" x 4" leather bound diary with entries written by Marcia Barrows from January 1 to July 21, 1865. It contains information on social life in Indianapolis, a travel log from Indianapolis to Augusta, Maine, a list of books read, and items purchased and their costs.

The diary contains gaps between entries from April 19 to May 7, May 10 to June 10, and June 19 to July 9.

Dates

  • Creation: January 1, 1865 - July 21, 1865

Creator

Access Information

Collection is open for research.

Copyright and Use Information

Material in this collection is in the public domain. Consult with Purdue University Archives and Special Collections prior to reproduction of materials.

Biographical Information

Marcia L. Barrows was born on May 7, 1847, likely in Augusta, Maine. She resided in Indianapolis, Indiana starting circa October 1864, before returning to Augusta on July 21, 1865.

Extent

0.025 Cubic Feet (One folder)

Language of Materials

English

Physical Access Information

The diary is fragile and should be handled with care.

Acquisition Information

Diary acquired on April 17, 2007.

Processing Information

The material is housed in an acid-free folder and box.

Genre / Form

Topical

Title
Marcia L. Barrows diary
Status
Completed
Author
William Niner
Date
2022-07-26
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
English
Edition statement
First Edition.

Repository Details

Part of the Purdue University Archives and Special Collections Repository

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