Diary, 1881-1882.

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Diary, 1881-1882.

Diary written by Bronson as a young girl. Topics include school, household chores, church involvement, sewing classes, the health of family members, visits to friends, and the weather. An outbreak of smallpox and the assassination of President Garfield are among the local and national events described.

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Maryland historical society

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Garfield, James A. (James Abram), 1831-1881

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James Garfield, twentieth President of the United States, was born in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, in 1831. After embarking on an academic career, he joined the Ohio volunteer infantry regiment, and in 1863 was appointed Major General in the same regiment. He served as a member of the U. S. House of Representatives from 1863 to 1880, when he was elected President. His inauguration took place on March 4, 1881, but his term of office was unfortunately brought to an abrupt end with his assassination by C...

Bronson, Lucy

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Resident of Baltimore, Md. From the description of Diary, 1881-1882. (Maryland Historical Society). WorldCat record id: 32351008 ...