REVEREND HOWARD DAWSON HETRICH (SOMETIMES HETRICK)

1921 Diary of a Philadelphia Reverend, Salesman and Wwi Veteran Recording His Work and Religious Endeavors

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania PA, 1921. Hardcover. On offer is the small yet interesting diary of Reverend Howard Dawson Hetrich (sometimes Hetrick) (1889-1953) [SEE BIO NOTES AT END OF LISTING]. At the time he kept this diary, Hetrich was 32-years-old, single, living in Philadelphia, working in sales and as a Pastor. He discusses his personal life only briefly. This diary is chock-full of short, factual entries about his work life and religious occupation. At the back of the book, he kept a detailed record of his earnings over the course of the year and even notes details like his income tax. His annual sales for 1921 to $8,203. Some brief excerpts follow to give the flavour of the diary: “No del. - on 27th St. $28.00 for orders. Only canvassed few hours. Letter to Mrs. []. Very cold and clear” [Jan 19]. “To Newton’s for dinner. To Sunday S [school? ]. Preached in church in PM. Many out to service. To Mench’s in eve after supper. Prayed in homes. Heart touched” [Feb 6]. “To Camden to Baptize in Del. River. Six souls. Fixed up route. Good services. [Pleasant], clear and warm” [Mar 20]. “Sabbath. Practiced hymns around town (until? ) sun set…Sister Katie gone…in eve. Letter to Emco. Rain” [Nov 26]. For a social historian, this small diary gives a detailed look at how one young man earned a steady income and infused his life with his religious service in the heady days following WWI in America. BIO NOTES: Born in Schaefferstown, Pennsylvania to Agnes Ream and Cyrus R Hetrich, Howard Dawson Hetrich was baptised at St. Paul’s United Church. He grew up and lived in Lebanon and Philadelphia, PA. Hetrich served in the US Army as Pvt 1st Class in Company B 326 Field Signal Battalion. In 1926, Howard married Ardenia C. Ennis (1907-1976) and together they had three daughters: Mary (1928-2010) , Ruth and Ardenia. Howard worked in sales and was also a Reverend who worked as a Pastor within the United Church. This small diary measures 4.75 inches by 3.0 inches. It contains 122 pages and is 100% complete. The cover and binding are loose but intact with some bumps and bruises due to age but overall good condition. The pages are also in good condition and the handwriting is legible, though in a messy cursive scrawl. Overall G. ; Manuscripts; 32mo 4" - 5" tall; 122 pages; Signed by Author. Good with no dust jacket .

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Book number: 0012220

Catalogue: 20th Century Diary

Keywords: Christianity

M. F. HODGE

1929 Interesting Letter About a British Politician and World War Two Army Major

France, 1929. Ephemera. On offer is an interesting letter that connects a local, post-World War One (WWI) UK election with momentous events in World War Two (WWII) , reaching even across the Atlantic to Canada. This document is a letter from the Birmingham Unionist Association thanking a supporter for assistance provided in the recent General Election. The Birmingham Unionist Association has its roots in Liberal Unionist Party which broke away from the ruling Liberal Party and formed a political alliance with the Conservative Party in opposition to Irish Home Rule. They eventually merged with the Conservative Party in 1912. However, they retained their organization in Birmingham and served as a brick wall to Labour victories until 1945.The candidate in 1929 was Major Lionel Beaumont-Thomas. He won the election and this letter is from his official agent thanking a supporter for assistance. Beaumont-Thomas only served one term before returning to run his family business. In WWII, he re-enlisted and served in several intelligence roles. In 1942, while crossing the Atlantic, his ship was torpedoed by U103. All managed to safely get to lifeboats. The submarine surfaced, interrogated the survivors and took Beaumont-Thomas prisoner, leaving the rest to their fate. U103 was the single most successful German U-boat of WWII, sinking some 237,000 tons of Allied ships. In April, 1945, she was sunk by Canadian bombers. Beaumont-Thomas was never heard from again. Beaumont-Thomas owned a motor yacht named Llanthony. She was requisitioned in 1939 by the Admiralty, and after transfer was placed under the command of Sub Lieutenant Robert Timbrell of the Royal Canadian Navy. Under his command, she was one of the Little Ships that took part in the Dunkirk evacuation. Motor yacht Llanthony brought back 280 men, and with trawlers added to his little flotilla, Timbrell was responsible for the evacuation of 900 troops Timbrell earned the Distinguished Service Cross for his exploits. He would go on to have a fine career in the Royal Canadian Navy, commanding Canada’s only aircraft carrier (HMCS Bonaventure) and ultimately retiring as Commander of the Royal Canadian Navy with the rank of Rear Admiral. Beaumont-Thomas’s son Nigel jumped into the Battle of Arnheim in Operation Market Garden. He did not survive the battle. For a historian or a collector of interesting historical ephemera, this simple letter is a wonderful connection to momentous events and people who did truly amazing things in the darkest days of the 20th century. The typed letter measures 10.25 inches by 8.0 inches. It is on letterhead and is in good condition. ; 10.5"x8.0"; 1 pages; Signed by Author. Very Good with no dust jacket .

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Book number: 0010129

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ALTON ROSS HODGKINS

1904 Diary of a Bright New England Teen Who Would Become a Foreign Relations Advisor for the Us Government and Economics Professor at Top American Universities

Maine, New England, Usa, 1904. Softcover. On offer is a diary of a seemingly average teenage boy living on a farm who would grow up to become an academic and have an important impact on the United States of America. The author of the diary is Alton Ross Hodgkins (1890-1952) a 14-year-old boy who would go on to become Dr. Hodgkins, a foreign relations correspondent for the US State Department and an Economics professor at many renowned academic institutions [SEE FULL BIO NOTES AT END OF LISTING]. Hodgkin’s diary is full of the details of a young teenager who is intent on keeping a detailed record of his daily life. At the time he kept this diary, Alton was living in Damariscotta Mills, Maine. His father was a farmer. It is clear from Alton’s diary that he equally valued contributing to the family farming work and his academics. Some excerpts give the flavour of the diary: “It has snowed all day. It was tough coming home from school tonight. We had to take some exams today. Got A in Latin and B in Algebra. We had Uncle Charlies team today” [Jan 22]. “My Birthday. Got up a little after seven. Pa carried uncle John to the train this morning. I went down to Ermalines after milk this forenoon. Been reading about all of the afternoon. Marm gave me a couple of books. Been reading them” [Mar 19]. “Pa and I have been hoeing, planting, etc. All the day. Sunie went up to Nettie’s this evening and is going to stay all night. I went down to Sizzies after milk tonight” [June 4]. “Pa and I mowed McCurda’s swamp this forenoon and branched it this afternoon. I read some today. Ella cooked, washed the floor, dusted and so forth all day” [Aug 27]. “Christine, Sandford, Roy and I went in Tad’s wagon with his horse today. Norman got hit on the head with an iron ball today. I was down to the store this eve. Pa went over the pond this afternoon” [Sept 20]. “Got up, did the chores, ate breakfast and went to school. We didn’t come down to dinner. Went over street this evening, came back and went to sociable at the Congo. Roy was up to David’s. Have been studying” [Dec 6]. “Got up, ate breakfast and went to school. Took exams in German, Latin and arithmetic today. Got Algebra paper, A. We walked home tonight. Been doing nothing this even. Mamma is over to Lill’s” [Dec 23]. “I will make more money than before, and that I will keep an account of my spendings, earnings, etc. Also, that I will pay more attention to my studies and be more orderly and respectful to my instructors. And that I will try to be more attentive to my work at home” [1904 New Year’s Resolutions tucked into diary’s back pocket]. For a social historian, this diary paints a very clear picture of day-to-day life in rural New England at the turn of the 20th century, as seen through the eyes of a young teenager. It is fascinating to find clues as to this boy’s future success. His surprisingly tidy handwriting, dedication to recording details and ongoing comments about his academics make up some of the pieces of the puzzle. BIO NOTES: Dr. Alton Ross Hodgkins was born in Newcastle, Maine to parents Daniel and Alice (Bartlett) Hodgkins. Alton graduated from Bates College in Maine, received his Master’s degree from Washington University and a PhD from John Hopkins. Dr. Hodgkins worked as a special adviser to the Minister of Guatemala, served three years as a foreign relations correspondent for the US State Department and completed a Carnegie Research project on the living conditions in Haiti. Dr. Hodgkins taught economics at the State Normal School in PA, University of Maryland, National University in Washington, Randolph-Macon Women’s College in Virginia, Tulane University, Newcomb College and ended his career at Centre College in Kentucky. Dr. Hodgkins was married twice. He married June Atkinson in 1914 while living in Washington, DC. They were married for 27 years before divorcing in 1941 and had no children. Later in 1941, Hodgkins married Blanche Couessin in while living in Virginia. He died of cardiac causes unexpectedly at the age of 61. Measuring 6 inches by 3 inches, this diary contains 122 pages plus memoranda. The diary is 100% complete and the memo pages at the end are about 10% complete. The leatherette cover is in fair to poor condition with a large stain on the back cover. The spine is damaged and the rear cover is partially separated. The enclosure strap is quite worn. The pages are in good condition and the handwriting is quite legible. Overall Fair. ; Manuscripts; 16mo 6" - 7" tall; 122 pages; Signed by Author. Fair in Fair dust jacket .

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Book number: 0012225

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AMASA MAYNARD HOLCOMBE

1906 Manuscript Diary of a Cool Mit Grad, Transportation Enthusiast, and Future Lawyer Working and Living It Up in New England

Hartford Connecticut CT: MIT Graduate, Patent Lawyer, Hartford, Washington, N.D.. Hardcover. On offer is the well-kept 1906 diary of bright 23-year-old Amasa Maynard Holcombe (1882-1971) , who is coming of age as he works, socializes and dates in the interval between his graduation from MIT (class of 1904) and his return to law school. In the years after this diary was written, he would attend George Washington University’s law school (class of 1910) , become a patent lawyer, serve as a Major in the US Army in WWI, marry and remarry repeatedly, and become a pillar of the community as a member of many respected organizations. At this diary’s writing, Holcombe was working as the assistant to the treasurer at Pope Manufacturing Company in Hartford, Connecticut. He was also dating (by the end of the year he’s getting serious about Miss Ella Knapp) , working on his motorcycle, attending auto club meetings, and socializing up a storm. When he does comment on his work, it is clear to see that he is sharp as a pin and focused on his future success. SEE FULL BIO NOTES AT THE END OF THE LISTING. Some excerpts from this excellent diary follow. Amasa M. Holcombe is such a solid diarist that these excerpts only scratch the surface of his year. Typical of a gentleman in his early 20s, Holcombe writes much more about his social encounters than his work life, but the diary as a whole provides many insights into his career and the broad New England landscape. “Cold, Fine. Office routine. Saw Mr. Jenkins about patent application Rec’d letter from Geo. Fayban. Went to Waterbury to costume party in Friendly League Hall. Made up as Bro. Jonathan. Put up at the “Connecticut”. Rec’d celluloid scale from Clarence E. Whitney” [Jan 25]. “Office routine. Sent mother $15.00. Put $20.00 in the bank. Bought tie, socks, etc. Took Miss Woods to the bowling club at Y. M. C. A. 136-103. She invited me to play bridge some evening” [Feb 23]. "Office routine. Ground new exhaust valve into motor. Ordered new summer suit at Gemmel Burnhams. Called at Mr. Jenkins office with two applications. Met Stevens on the street. Went over to Ella Knapps and had a little food. Had lunch downtown. Bought pair of tan low shoes. Rec’s whist invitation from Hattie Legett. Accepted" [May 3]. “Cold. Cloudy. Office till 9: 30. Went to the Hartford Club to a meeting of the Mechanical Branch of the A. L. A. M. Subject - tires. Lunched there. Visited the Hartford Rubber Works, and Henry Souther’s laboratory with the crowd. Had my first ride in a Pope-Hartford Mod. 7. Went over to Ella Knapp’s. Sent Elsie five dollars” [June 8]. “Showers in PM. Went to Svelle’s camp on motorcycle, arriving at 12: 20. Left Htfd 10: 05. Had dinner and played 3rd base in game against the “Albers”. They won 8-7. Hard and fast game. Made two runs. Went swimming with the boys. Went canoeing with Marie. Teresa, Clara and Miss Baker were out, also Dan. Sprinkled a little. Hot night” [July 22]. “Office routine. Took out commission as Notary Public. The Toledo racing care came up for repairs. Looked it over. Pretty well smashed up. Mr. Russell called to talk insurance. Rec’d letter from BG Wilson. Went over to Ella Knapp’s. Took a walk. Wrote postals” [Sept 25]. Holcombe’s diary provides a detailed, precise description of what it was to be motorcycle-riding, popular and successful white man in 1906 America. This diary is an absolute treat for social scientists and New England collectors. His diary is simply replete with names and places which makes it a goldmine for genealogical researchers. BIO NOTES: Amasa Maynard Holcombe (1882- was born in Winchester, Massachusetts to Frank Gibbons and Inez Norman Maynard. He completed a BSc at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (class of 1904). Immediately after graduation he worked in machine design at Farrell Foundry & Machine Co in Waterbury, Connecticut and as assistant to the treasurer at Pope Manufacturing. Holcombe returned to school in 1908, attending George Washington University to earn his law degree (class of 1910). While in school in Washington he worked as an assistant examiner at the US Patent Office. Holcombe was called to the DC bar in 1910 and the Missouri bar in 1913. He became a respected patent lawyer, working with many prestigious firms around the US, and becoming partner. Later in his career, Holcombe worked as the Director of Kistner, Lock & Appliance Co and as Special Assistant to the Attorney General (1920-1924) , and as a consultant in the Department of Justice (1946-1950). His personal life was almost as interesting as his career. In 1909, Amasa married Eleanor Pearl Marshall (1885-1932). Together, they had two children, Priscilla and Marshall. After Eleanor’s untimely passing, Amasa remarried Violet Strong Gillett in 1934. They divorced in 1946, and Holcombe married his third wife, Martha Ellcott Ramey in 1952. Holcombe was known to have been a member of the following clubs, societies and associations: American Bar Association, American Patent Law Association, Patent Institute of Canada, Association International Protection Industrial Property (American section) , American Society Military Engineers, Washington Society Engineers, American Ordnance Association, American Society of Mechanical Engineers, Washington Board Trade, Sons of the American Revolution Clubs: Rotary, University (Washington). Measuring 4.75 inches by 3.0 inches, the diary contains 365 pages plus memoranda. It is 100% complete. The diary is in good condition. The covers are intact with little evidence of wear. The spine and binding are in good condition as are the pages. The handwriting is exceedingly neat and legible. Overall Good+.; Manuscripts; 32mo 4" - 5" tall; 365 pages; Signed by Author. Good+ with no dust jacket .

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Book number: 0011067

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Keywords: Cars

THOMAS HOOD

1893 Handwritten Transcription of Thomas Hood’S Romantic “Sonnet for the 14th of February”

1893. Manuscript. On offer is a testament to true love on Valentine’s Day in the late 19th century. This 14 line sonnet was handwritten by an unknown transcriptionist, presumably for his Valentine. He has written out British poet Thomas Hood’s (1799-1845) Sonnet for the 14th of February, in a lovely cursive hand. He has dated the poem, February 14, 1893. Our transcriptionist has made some changes to personalize the poem, such as changing the phrase “And to his mistress dear his hopes convey” to “And to his dearest one his hopes convey” (Line 5). The poem is credited to “Tom Hood (modified) ” and signed with the initials FHI. This poem’s biggest flaw is one of its greatest assets. It is clear from the way the piece of paper has ripped at all of its fold lines, that the recipient of this poem kept it near and dear for a great many years. The paper on which the poem is written is in very poor condition. It has been taped back together with clear tape, many years ago. The tape has browned and become one with the paper. Sadly the way it was taped horizontally has obscured lines 3 and 13. The remainder of the poem is very legible. ; Manuscripts; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 1 pages; Signed by Author. Poor with no dust jacket .

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Book number: 0012038

Catalogue: 19th Century Ephemera

Keywords: Poetry 's Letter

MAYOR JOHN HOWELL

1885 Manuscript Copy of a Jean Inglow Poem, Signed by Hastings Mayor John Howell

England, 1885. Non-Book. On offer is a handwritten copy of a poem by the British poet, Jean Inglow (1820-1897) but not in her writing. It is dated 1885 and signed by John Howell (c1825-1893) on the bottom right. The page contains two stanza's from this Inglow poem - A Cottage in a Chine. We know they music madeIn heaven, ere man's creation; But when God threw it down to us that strayed It dropt with lamentation, And ever since doth its sweetness shade With sighs for its first station. Its joy suggests regret— Its most for more is yearning; And it brings to the soul that its voice hath met, No rest that cadence learning, But a conscious part in the sighs that fretIts nature for returning. BIO NOTES: John Howell was the founder of John Howell & Son the leading building and engineering company in Hastings, Sussex in the 1860s. The firm engineered churches and other public buildings in the area to the designs of innovative architects, including Holy Trinity Church in 1860 to the design of Samuel Sanders Teulon and St. Johns Church, Hollington in 1865-1868 for Edward Alexander Wyon. John Howell Jr (1851-1903) constructed the old Gothic Revival Hastings Grammar School building to the design of Jeffery and Skiller in 1883. Howell Senior was a campaigner on behalf of the Liberal party and held a prominent political position in the town from the 1860s to the 1880s. He came to Hastings as a fatherless boy and was the Mayor of Hastings by 1878. Poem is written on one page, 4to. Dated and signed by Howell at bottom right. Overall Fair+. ; Manuscripts; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 1 pages; Signed by Author. Good+ with no dust jacket .

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Book number: 0012348

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MR. H. L HOWLAND

1901 Cover Letter by a Dissatisfied Employee of a Wholesaler of Anheuser Busch Seeking New Work

United States, 1901. Ephemera. On offer is an excellent example of a written application for an advertised job, dating to the beginning of the 20th century. The letter was written by a Mr. H. L Howland in response to a job advertised in a local newspaper. In his letter, he extols his virtues and how he would be able to fill the position offered. The position is not named but context suggests that it is a machine operator. Also included is the envelope in which the letter was sent. His letter is interesting from a couple of perspectives. First, he writes it on his employer's letterhead. His employer, D. J. Young, is a wholesale agent for Anheuser Busch and their logo features prominently on each page. Secondly, he offers that he is dissatisfied with his employer but does not go into specifics. The Anheuser Busch logo is very prominent on each page of the letter. Anheuser Busch began in 1852 as the Bavarian Brewery in St Louis MO. In 1860, it was purchased by Eberhard Anheuser and operated as E. Anheuser & Co. Until 1869 when he was joined by his son-in-law, Adolphus Busch. Thefirm was renamed Anheuser Busch. It became one of the most successful brewing companies in the United States. In 2008, it was acquired by the international brewing conglomerate InBev. Our informal research has not been able to find any additional biographical information on Howland. For a collector of classic American memorabilia or an American brewing collectibles, this century and a quarter year old Anheuser Busch letterhead would be a fine addition to a collection. The document is a letter comprised of 3 single-sided sheets, written on the letterhead of a wholesale dealer for the Anheuser Busch Brewing Association. The pages measure 10.75 inches by 8.5 inches. The letter is handwritten and is quite legible. ; Letters; 10.75"x8.5"; 3 pages; Signed by Author. Good with no dust jacket .

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Book number: 0010171

Keywords: 20th Americana Employment

WILLIAM G. HUTCHINSON

1901 Fascinating Canadiana Letter About the Death of a Scottish Immigrant to His Son in Indian Head, Northwest Territories

Northwest Territories, Alberta, Canada, 1901. Non-Book. On offer is a fascinating letter relating to the death of an early Scottish immigrant to Canada, Mr. Angus Fraser. The letter, written by William G. Hutchinson, a lawyer from Lamerton, Alberta, to John Angus Fraser, the deceased man's son, who is residing in Indian Hat, Northwest Territories. Dated February 8, 1901, this letter touches on some interesting topics, including Fraser's "half breed" (half French) "friend" to whom he left his estate, the contents of his estate and references his family still in Scotland. A very interesting legal document that provides strings for a Canadian researcher to pull to learn more about social, cultural and mobility norms of the time and place. The letter reads: "Mr John Angus Fraser - Indian Head NWT...In answer to yours of 28th ulto, I beg to say that Mr. Angus Fraser, died at his residence Spring Hill Ranch, about 16 miles from here, sometime in the beginning of last November. I wrote his Sister, resided near Dundee in Scotland, telling her of his death, a few days after it occurred. I also informed her that, by a will, made shortly before he died he had left everything to one Batisse Anasse, a French half-breed with whom he had been on terms of friendship for many years. Mr. E Taylor, Mr B. Coy Winnipeg was administrator of the Estate. He would be able to give you all particulars if you write him. I may mention that the Estate, constituted of about 40 head of cattle, 2 horses, implements etc. Of the ranch. I do not know if the Estate has been administered or not yet...Will G. Hutchinson PM Lamerton, Alta". BIO NOTES: John Angus Fraser (1870-? ) was born in Scotland and came to Canada in 1890. He settled in the Indian Head area of the Territories and worked as a labourer. He married Clarissa Aline Thompson originally from Ontario, Canada, and they had at least two children. His father, Angus, lived in Alberta, a few miles from Lamerton. Lamerton began as a country trading post, the original Buffalo Lake Trading Post, where furs were bought and supplies sold by Fletcher Bredin in the late 1800's. In 1893 he opened the post office in his store and renamed the post, Lamerton. After the turn of the century it grew into a village. The letter is handwritten by Hutchinson on Buffalo Lake Trading Co. Stationary. It measures approx 8.5x11 inches, age toning, and creases and fold lines. Overall G. ; Manuscripts; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 1 pages; Signed by Author. Good with no dust jacket .

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Book number: 0012364

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IN THE NAME OF KING CHARLES II

1681 Land Grant to Noted Scottish Jurist, Author and Prominent Political Scotsman James Dalrymple, 1st Viscount of Stair

EDINBURGH SCOTLAND, 1681. Unbound. On offer is an excellent skin charter being a land grant from Charles II to well-noted jurist James Dalrymple, 1st Viscount of Stair, Scotland with mentions the Dukes of Rothes and Lauderdale, who were also prominent Scotsmen. Dalrymple was famed not only for his legal judgments but also he was a prominent character in Scotland's history having been involved in the negotiations between Charles and the Scottish Parliament. This grant was given at Edinburgh on the 10th of December 1680, absent of seals. There is another note on the back of the parchment to say that the charter was written at Edinburgh on the second of March 1681, suggesting the deal was struck in December but that the charter was not actually drawn up until the next March. Historically the Charters falls squarely between the Restoration period and when he was prominent until his sympathy with the Covenanters at the time of the Scottish Test Act caused him to lose (1681) his appointment as judge. The note giving March as the date for the writing of the charter appears to be in the same hand as the charter itself. Dalyrymple was a fascinating Scotsman who found himself on one side or the other of the Scottish-English political scene but was well considered. Sir Walter Scott observe that the Viscount of Stair was fortunate in his descendants. "The family of Dalrymple, produced within two centuries as many men of talent, civil and military, of literary, political and professional eminence, as any house in Scotland." Folded to a small 12mo. Save for some general soiling this ancient document is VG.; Latin; Elephant Folio - over 15" - 23" tall; ENGLAND, GREAT BRITAIN, CHARLES II, HANDWRITTEN, MANUSCRIPT, DOCUMENT, LETTER, AUTOGRAPH, WRITER, HAND WRITTEN, DOCUMENTS, SIGNED, LETTERS, MANUSCRIPTS, HISTORICAL, HOLOGRAPH, WRITERS, AUTOGRAPHS, PERSONAL, PERSONAL HISTORY, DIARIES, JOURNALS, LOGS, MEMOIR, MEMORIAL , antiquité, contrat, vélin, document, manuscrit, papier Antike, Brief, Pergament, Dokument, Manuskript, Papier oggetto d'antiquariato, atto, velina, documento, manoscritto, carta antigüedad, hecho, vitela, documento, Manuscrito,. Very Good .

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Book number: 0001028

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ETHAN ALLEN JONES II

1865 Academic and Personal Journal of a Teenage Student of Maryland’S Charlotte Hall Military Academy

Charlotte Hall Military Academy, Maryland, 1865. Hardcover. On offer is an interesting journal of an American student of Maryland’s Charlotte Hall Military Academy immediately following the Civil War. The author of this journal is Ethan Allen Jones II. He was born in Maryland in 1851 and passed away in 1932 at the age of 81. Our informal research has not been able to discover any additional biographical information about him. A note within the book identifies the owner and the date along with the following: “Commenced under the instructions of Mr. Edward [ ] at Charlotte Hall School, April 10th, 1865”. Jones was 14 when he began this journal. The book serves as a journal where words and writings that were evidently important to him were gathered together for him to reflect upon. Some entries are poems, others are expositions on themes such as love, friendship, character, etc. A number follow a religious theme. Background on Charlotte Hall School/Charlotte Hall Military Academy: Charlotte Hall School was established in 1774 by Queen Charlotte to provide a liberal education for youth to 'better fit them for the discharge of their duties for the British Empire'. Charlotte Hall School became a military academy in 1852, and continued as such until 1974 when the school became coeducational and the military program became optional. Although Charlotte Hall has remained a relatively small institution, it had a varied and quite interesting history. Throughout much of the 19th century it was recognized as one of the finest schools of its type in the country. Its alumni have included many leading figures in government, law and the arts. The Academy closed its doors in 1976. Charlotte Hall School was purchased by the U. S. Veterans Administration in 1978 and now forms a key part of theCharlotte Hall Historic District. For a social historian, this journal offers an excellent look at what was considered good literature and good writing at a prominent secondary school in mid-19th century America. This small book measures 7.75 inches by 5.0 inches and contains 162 pages. One page has been excised from the book. The book is about 65% complete as most entry pages are single-sided. The covers are in good condition, showing obvious signs of wear due to age. The binding is intact and all of the pages are securely bound. The handwriting, although faint in places, is legible.; Manuscripts; 12mo 7" - 7½" tall; 162 pages; Signed by Author. Good with no dust jacket .

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Book number: 0011173

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THE BOLDREY FAMILY OF INDIANA

1890s Delightful Indiana Child’S Autograph Book Absolutely Brimming with Loving Messages, Poems and Phrases

Aurora, Indiana, 1890s. Hardcover. On offer is an interesting and genuinely adorable autograph book dating from the 1890s in Indiana, United States. The diary was a gift to a young girl named Jennie Boldrey from Santa in 1892. From context, we can determine that she lived in Indiana, likely in or near the community of Aurora, just west of Cincinnati, Ohio. Although the book was given to her in 1892, it appears to have been used not by Jennie, but by young Anna (Annie) Boldrey in the later 1890s. Our informal research has not been able to identify any additional biographical information on the two girls. The album's pages are full of loving messages and best wishes for Annie from family and friends. Some pages are adorned with stickers or pictures cut out and pasted to the page such as flowers or birds. Some examples of the handwritten messages Annie collected in her special album: “My Dear Daughter Annie…May your road be long and [] and the end be far out of sight – face it bravely, strong and mery. Trust in God and do the right. Your mother Abbie Boldrey” [Aurora Ind April 1st, 1897]. “Dear Cousin Annie…When far off in distant land/You see the writing of my hand/My face you cannot see/Remember it was May who wrote these lines for thee…Your Cousin May Rollenberger June 15, 1901”. “When the golden sun is setting and your mind from care is free/When of absent friends your thinking, will you think of me Your Uncle John W. Boldrey” [Summan Ind Apr 25, 1897]. This autograph book, while simple, helps us to reflect on the timelessness of the child's passion for collecting, children's need to feel loved and validated, and the familial love that knows not the bounds of time. For a genealogist, this is an excellent resource for tracing family relationships in Indiana at the end of the 19th century. This slim album measures 8.5 inches by 5.5 inches and contains 42 pages. It is 100% complete. The cover is in fair condition. It shows many wear marks and the exterior of the spine is torn in places. The binding has broken and many of the pages are loose. The pages are in fair condition with wear marks around each edge. The handwriting is legible. ; Autograph; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 42 pages; Signed by Author. Fair with no dust jacket .

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Book number: 0011056

Keywords: Children American

CHARLES G. JACKSON

1909-1920 Archive of Diaries Following a Hardworking Aging Erin, New York Farmer Painting a Fulsome Picture of Farm Life and the Farming Community

Erin, New York: Farming Life in Rural New York, Retiring Farmer. Softcover. On offer is an archive of three diaries covering the years 1909, 1910 and 1920, that very clearly describe life of an aging farmer in rural New York at the turn of the 20th century. The author of these diaries is Charles G. Jackson (1859-1943). Jackson was born in 1859 in Schuyler County, New York, and farmed near the village of Erin, New York, in the ‘Southern Tier’ region of the state. He passed away inCorning, New York. He was married to Hattie (Harriet) who predeceased him in 1928 at the age of 70 years. They had one child, a son named John Raymond who is often referred to in the diaries as ‘R’. Jackson is 50 years old when he writes the first of these three diaries and 61 when he writes the final diary. His entries are succinct, showing him to be a factual and ‘to the point’ person, yet they paint a clear picture of life on a farm at that time. It was a life of hard, physical labour. Some excerpts give the flavour of this collection: “Nice day. Hat went to Elmira on train. I sorted apples this p. M. ” [Jan 20, 1909]. “Fine day filled ice house only about 5 in of ice done a good job had plenty of help” [Mar 8, 1909]. “I finished drilling side hill about 3: 30 [ ] dry & dusty a hard job” [July 9, 1909]. “Cut B wheat all day. Binder does not tie good had O Elstum come down at nite to fix it” [Sept 17, 1909]. “Finished plowing for corn the am PM I helped shingle a while then raked up some stone fine weather has been a warm month” [Nov 30, 1909]. “Finished plowing hill at 4 pm began to plow garden ground is very dry tho had no rain this spring” [Apr 1, 1910]. “J Jacobson helped me draw hay put about 6 loads in stack 1 load in barn this day hot” [July 15, 1910]. “I plowed all day. Cold wind and snow squalls in PM. I wore my big Ulster and leggings to plow in” [Nov 3, 1910]. Ten years later, at the age of 61, he still has a hard, physically demanding life. Excerpts follow: “Snows some and blows a little. A little warmer. Took 1ó hours to shovel out creek for water” [Feb 28, 1920]. “Fine day. Thrashed 135 bu B wheat 8 ac (acres) 140 bu oats 5 ac 40 bu wheat 5 ac 35 bu barley 1 ac” [Oct 19, 1920]. For a historian or researcher, this is an excellent collection of diaries. Succinct though the entries can be, taken as a whole, they vividly portray in detail life on a family farm in rural New York a century ago. Jackson makes many references to neighbours and this makes these diaries valuable to a genealogist as this is a stable population in this part of the state with long roots in the area. Altogether, this is a fine collection. All three diaries (1909, 1910, 1920) measure 5x3 inches and contain 183 pages. All are 100% complete. The cover, binding and pages are all in good condition. Handwriting is legible and our author wrote in pencil. Overall G. ; Manuscripts; 24mo 5" - 6" tall; 549 pages; Signed by Author. Good with no dust jacket .

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Book number: 0011132

Catalogue: 20th Century Diary

JACQUES-MARIE ANTOINE CéLESTIN DUPONT, THE CARDINAL ARCHBISHOP OF THE DIOCESE OF BOURGES, FRANCE

1849 Pastoral Letter from the Roman Catholic Cardinal Archbishop of Bourges, France

Bourges, France, 1849. Ephemera. On offer is a printed Roman Catholic pastoral letter dated 1849, and intended as an open letter to clergy and members of the church in the jurisdiction. Its author was Jacques-Marie Antoine Célestin Dupont, the Cardinal Archbishop of the Diocese of Bourges, France. Dupont was born in 1792 in Sardinia. He was ordained a priest in 1815. In 1823, he was appointed Bishop and over the next 36 years served in several dioceses. His various postings were not without controversy. He was a reformer, sent into several large dioceses to bring about much-needed changes and this frequently did not sit well with local clergy or the people of the diocese. In 1847, he was made a Cardinal. He maintained close relationships with the court of Louis Phillippe – the so-called July Monarchy. Dupont passed away in 1859 in Bourges, France. He begins his long letter with this exhortation: La belle recommendation, nos tres-chers freres, que celle de l'apotre St. Pierre exhortant les fideles a rendre leurs ames chastes par obeissance toute fraternelle, en s'appliquent avec plus de soin a s'aimer les uns les autres d'un coeur simple et sans defiance. [Translation: The beautiful recommendation, our dearest brothers, that the apostle St. Peter exhort the faithful to make their souls chaste by fraternal obedience, apply themselves with more care to love each other with a simple heart and without hesitation]. The front cover carries the coat of arms of Cardinal Du Pont. The letter is issued over his printed signature and sealed with his coat of arms. It also bears the printed signature of his secretary, Jean Figier. This document offers a valuable insight into the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church in mid-19th century Europe. Pastoral letters such as this one were frequently sent out at particular times of the year, coinciding with ecclesiastical seasons, such as Lent or Christmas. However, they were not limited to any particular event or celebration. In this case, this Pastoral Letter was published for the Lenten season of 1849, the 40 day. Period preceding Easter. The document measures 10.75 inches by 8.5 inches. It is a 16-page, printed document. The binding is a simple threaded binding that is intact and in good condition. The pages have some staining due to age but otherwise the document is in very good condition. ; Letters; 10.75"x8.5"; 16 pages; Signed by Notable Personage, Unrelated. Good with no dust jacket .

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Book number: 0010113

Keywords: History Religion French 19th

JAN D’ALENCON, SIEUR DES ESSARTS

1711 Legal Declaration with Possible Connection to the Seigneury of Des Essarts

France, 1711. Ephemera. On offer is a fascinating legal declaration made in the early years of 18th century France. The manuscript is a declaration made by one Jan d’Alencon, Sieur des Essarts. It is dated June 22nd, 1711. The manuscript references events as far back as 1700. It also mentions various amounts of money paid for different purposes. Our informal research has not turned up any biographical information about Jan d’Alencon. Historical sources have frequent references to the noble d’Alencon family and to the Seigneury of Des Essarts but our research has not confirmed a connection. The manuscript has not been translated. For a historian or genealogist, this manuscript offers a tantalizing mystery into life in this corner ofwestern France in the century before all was swept aside in the Revolution. The manuscript measures 11.25 inches by 8.0 inches. It contains 8 pages and is about 85% complete. The pages all have feathering and chipping along the edges. As well, there is a small piece missing along the bottom edge of the document. The binding is a single thread in the upper left corner. The handwriting is cramped and there is bleeding of the ink through the pages. ; Manuscripts; 11.25" x 8"; 8 pages; Signed by Author. Poor with no dust jacket .

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Book number: 0010150

Keywords: 18th French Nobility History

GERMAIN AND JAROIN

Gorgeous 17th Century Ephemera Displaying Ronde Script

France, 1679. Ephemera. On offer is a classic example of Ronde script from 17th century France. Ronde script appeared in France at the end of the 16th century, and was popularized by writing masters such as Louis Barbedor in the 17th century. This style of writing was still in use (with some modifications) until the 20th century because it was used in French school manuals to teach the basics of cursive writing. It was also commonly used by the scribes of the French Ministry of Finance until right after World War II, which gave this style the name of écriture ronde finnancière ('round financial writing'). The classic French rondes was also very present in the work of 18th century type founder and calligrapher Nicholas Gando, which has been revived for the digital medium by way of the French 111 font From context, there are references to the king, at that time Louis XI, who holds the record as the longest serving monarch in Europe, from 1643 to 1715). The letter bears several signatures including Germain and Jaroin as well as a stamped seal. For a collector of good representations of 17th century scripts and handwriting, this is an excellent example of the scribe’s craft. This double-sided manuscript measures 8.0 inches by 5.5 inches and is 100% complete. The paper is in generally good condition. There are several small holes in the paper and some wear around the edges. The handwriting is difficult to read. ; Manuscripts; 8"x5.5"; 2 pages; Signed by Author. Good with no dust jacket .

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Book number: 0010105

Keywords: 17th