Diary. 1884-1886.

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Diary. 1884-1886.

Methodist clergyman, became bishop, 1888. Daily journal, 1884-1886, telling of day to day events, his visits and relationship with U.S. Grant and the Grant family. Pages 84-94 contain information of Grant's death and funeral arrangements. The remainder of the journal includes material on Newman's lectures, church work and continued friendship with U.S. Grant's widow and family.

213 p. ; 27 x 20 cm.

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