Papers, 1849-1936.

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Papers, 1849-1936.

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This collection contains the diaries of Rev. William George Scandlin for the period 5 November 1849 to 19 July 1862. Coverage in the later years is sporadic and there are gaps throughout the time span. Most of the diaries include newspaper clippings, and tipped in and loose correspondence. The collection also contains miscellaneous correspondence, papers, newspaper clippings, drawings, and a photograph pertaining to the life and death of Scandlin. These papers include certificates of preaching; letters to and from the Benevolent Fraternity of Churches; papers and newspaper clippings pertaining to his participation in the Civil War; a newspaper clipping concerning his ordination in 1855; biographies of Scandlin, including a reminiscence by his wife; resolves and letters of condolence written to his wife and children; a photograph; and miscellaneous articles and drawings mostly relating to the Civil War.

1 box.4 v. ; octavo.

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