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Martha Schofield diary and memorandums, 1885 - 1888

 Item — Box: 6
Identifier: A00181624

Scope and Contents

38 pages. Bound book titled "Memorandum" containing various notes written by Martha Schofield. Includes recorded experiences from formerly enslaved people, her detailed account of the 1886 earthquake, cooking recipes, measurements of the Statue of Liberty, and quotes. Enclosed calling cards and newspaper clippings of poems were scanned at the end.

Subjects: Schofield, Martha; Diaries; Earthquakes; Recipes; Slavery; Freedmen; Poetry

Relevant locations: Aiken (S.C.)

Dates

  • Creation: 1885 - 1888

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Collection is open for research.

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