Joshua Baily , 1845-1916
Scope and Contents
Baily's early diaries, prior to his marriage (1845-1856) focus on his involvement in prison reform efforts with the Pennsylvania Prison society and the various organizations and institutions that he worked with through the Pennsylvania Prison Society.
Diaries during his middle adulthood and later years focus more heavily on personal matters, including news of his children and various other relatives, quaker meetings, social calls, and births, marriages, and deaths that occur in the community.
Beginning in 1900, Baily's diaries record larger historical events, including the Boer War and American and British politics leading up to, and during, WWI.
Dates
- Creation: 1845-1916
Access Restrictions
The collection is open for research use.
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