Journal, 1886.

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Journal, 1886.

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A journal describing Mr. Higinbotham's travel to Kentucky and Tennessee in February 1886. He recorded his own impressions and the opinions of local residents such as a pro-Union Louisville (Ky.) judge, and a Nashville (Tenn.) octogenarian. Topics include the general appearance of Louisville, lack of schools in Tennessee for both whites and blacks, visit with President Polk's widow, call on Governor Bates in Nashville, the Hermitage Club, Andrew Jackson, Vanderbuilt and Southern education.

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Duke University Libraries, Duke University Library; Perkins Library

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Duke University Libraries, Duke University Library; Perkins Library

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