Diary collection, 1836-1978.

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Diary collection, 1836-1978.

This collection contains diaries and journals of individuals from Lancaster County. The diarists recorded daily events such as social activities, household chores, farm life, and business activities. Some writers copied published works and newspaper articles or recorded national events. Subjects that are mentioned include the Stock Market crash of 1929, The Volstead Blues, travel, World Wars I and II, weather, genealogy, and items of local interest.

4.5 cubic ft.

Information

SNAC Resource ID: 7791054

Lancaster County Historical Society

Related Entities

There are 9 Entities related to this resource.

Bowman, J. J.

http://n2t.net/ark:/99166/w6cr8j7m (person)

Silvey, George W.

http://n2t.net/ark:/99166/w6f50bn7 (person)

Kreider, Elsie.

http://n2t.net/ark:/99166/w6893v9x (person)

Heinitsh, Maria C.

http://n2t.net/ark:/99166/w6b87zcv (person)

Gottshall, Lizzie H.

http://n2t.net/ark:/99166/w6dz2z7p (person)

Shand, William, 1918-1946.

http://n2t.net/ark:/99166/w6d24mtz (person)

Lightner family.

http://n2t.net/ark:/99166/w6fr9b1f (family)

Smith, Mr. (Abraham Herr), 1815-1894

http://n2t.net/ark:/99166/w6z05zft (person)

Haverstick, Anna M.

http://n2t.net/ark:/99166/w6tj1b26 (person)