Aldrich (Robert G.) logbook and correspondence, 1843-1930

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Summary

Title:
Robert G. Aldrich logbook and correspondence
Dates:
1843-1930
Creators:
Aldrich, Robert G.
Abstract:
The Robert G. Aldrich logbook and correspondence, 1843-1930 (SAFR 23816, HDC 1660) collection contains a logbook written by Aldrich while aboard the CONSTANCE (schooner) and several letters to his sisters. The collection has been processed to the file unit level and is available for research with some restrictions due to its fragile condition.
Extent:
.1 LF
Language:
In English.
Preferred citation:

[Item description], [Location within collection organization identified by Collection Number/Series Number/File Unit Number/Item Number], HDC1660 (SAFR 23816), Robert G. Aldrich logbook and correspondence, San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park

Background

Scope and content:

The Robert G. Aldrich logbook and correspondence, 1843-1930 (SAFR 23816, HDC 1660) collection contains a logbook written by Aldrich while aboard the CONSTANCE (schooner) and several letters to his sisters. The collection has been processed to the file unit level and is available for research with some restrictions due to its fragile condition.

The logbook contains a passage on the placement of guns during a military exercise, notes on nautical navigation rules and examples, mathematical lessons and exercises, and sails data. Much of the logbook contains poems written by Aldrich. Tucked behind the front cover of the logbook were several items including letters written by Aldrich to his sisters 1843 and 1899, the latter with an envelope that reads, From R.G. Aldrich U.S.N. Among other loose items are a 1930 letter bequeathing a camphor wood chest from Mollie A. Webber to her nephew, Robert E. Aldrich originally in small envelope that reads: To be opened at my death, Mollie Aldrich Webber; hydraulic hose advertisement by R.G. Aldrich; white silk doily with a color image of the battleship OLYMPIA 16 x 16 cm (6.5 x 6.5 inches), see separation sheet.

Biographical / historical:

Historical information about Robert G. Aldrich could not be found.

Acquisition information:

SAFR-02220

The collection was donated by a decendant of Robert G. Aldrich.

Processing information:

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Arrangement:

2 files

Physical location:
San Francisco Maritime NHP, Historic Documents Department
Rules or conventions:
Finding aid prepared using Describing Archives: A Content Standard .

About this collection guide

Collection Guide Author:
Processed by: Historic Documents Department Staff (LeBlanc).
Date Prepared:
2012
Date Encoded:
Machine-readable finding aid derived from ICMS database and converted into xml from a template revised and updated by San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park, Historic Documents Department. 9/25/2012 .

Access and use

Restrictions:

This collection is open for use unless otherwise noted. The logbook is fragile and requires the assistance of a reference librarian for viewing

Terms of access:

Some material may be copyrighted or restricted. It is the researcher's obligation to determine and satisfy copyright or other case restrictions when publishing or otherwise distributing materials found in the collections.

Preferred citation:

[Item description], [Location within collection organization identified by Collection Number/Series Number/File Unit Number/Item Number], HDC1660 (SAFR 23816), Robert G. Aldrich logbook and correspondence, San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park

Location of this collection:
Building E, Fort Mason
San Francisco, CA 94123, US
Contact:
415-561-7030
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