Robert Dayton Williams journal 1870 Williams, Robert Dayton journal

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Robert Dayton Williams journal 1870 Williams, Robert Dayton journal

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The Robert Dayton Williams journal recounts the author's voyage to Europe on the steamer in September 1870. Williams described stormy weather, seasickness, daily activities, and navigation errors during the ship's passage from New York to Glasgow. The journal entries are accompanied by ink drawings. Australia

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William L. Clements Library

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William L. Clements Library

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Williams, Robert Dayton, 1844-1929

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Robert Dayton Williams (February 12, 1844-September 17, 1929) married Anna L. Sedam (b. February 1846) around 1869. They had two daughters, Caroline (b. May 1871) and Josephine (b. June 1881). In 1870, The Williams family lived in Albany, New York, where Robert was a jeweler for W. H. Williams & Son. On September 17, 1870, Robert and Anna Williams sailed on the Anchor Line steamer Australia for a three-month tour in Europe. They departed New York City on September 17, 1870, and ...

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