Hollingsworth, Hannah Carter (1834-1897). Journal., 1876 - 1879
Scope and Contents
The diary contains regular brief entries covering family events and Hannah's activities which included attending Quaker meetings as well as lyceum and other local Protestant services. See the transcription for additional detail.
Dates
- Creation: 1876 - 1879
Creator
Biographical / Historical
Hannah Carter, born 1834, was a birthright member of Little Britain Monthly Meeting (Baltimore Yearly Meeting). The daughter of Amor and Sophia Carter, in 1857 she was married by magistrate to Joel Carter Hollingsworth, a first cousin. She requested to remain a member and in 1858 transferred her membership to Little Falls Monthly Meeting.
Language of Materials
English
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Gift of Peggy Fadyk, Acc. 2019.038
Existence and Location of Copies
Transcription cataloged as The Diary of Hannah Hollingsworth, transcribed by Carolyn Greenfield Adams, BX7616.H748 A3.
General
Paperwork filed in FHL General Accessions
Source
- Fadyk, Peggy (Donor, Person)
Topical
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