Convent diaries, 1912-1970.

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Convent diaries, 1912-1970.

Diaries kept by Maryknoll convents around the world and submitted to the Mother General concerning their daily activities, work, religious services, interactions with neighbors and local communities, social conditions encountered, domestic life of the Sisters, travelling experiences, customs among native peoples, political and war troubles, and other matters. Diaries are from the United States, Hawaii, Hong Kong, China, Taiwan, Africa, Central American countries, Bolivia, Chile, Korea, the Philippines, and Japan.

43 linear ft.

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Mary Joseph Rogers (1882-1955) was the foundress of the Maryknoll Sisters and their first Mother General. Her religious name was Mother Mary Joseph. From the description of Mother Mary Joseph Rogers collection, 1849-1985, 1912-1955 (bulk) (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 155539305 General Assemblies are periodic meetings of the entire Congregation where the purposes and procedures of the congregation are determined. From the description of General Assembly records,...