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Emma Lukens (via Hall) Journal, 1860-1863

 File — Volume: 2

Scope and Contents

Emma writes about the election of Abraham Lincoln in November, and first mentions the Civil War in April. She writes about young Quakers enlisting, and considers offering up her own services as a nurse. Periodically throughout her writings she mentions more men enlisting, military companies coming into town, and other news of the war (including clippings). During this period that she is courted by, and later marries (July 31, 1862), Isaac Hall.

Dates

  • Creation: 1860-1863

Access Restrictions

The collection is open for research use.

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