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Contributing Institution:
Society of California Pioneers
Title: Robert B. Bartlett Diary, Vol 1
Creator:
Bartlett, Robert B.
Identifier/Call Number: C058753
Physical Description:
1 folder
1 Bound diary
Date (inclusive): 1850-1851
Abstract: This file contains the first of four diaries of Robert B. Bartlett. He wrote in this diary from March 1850 to March 1851.
It tells of his time living in Kingston, Massachusetts. He talks about his family, the weather, and his daily life in Massachusetts.
The journal is in good condition with the binding remaining intact, and the hand writing is clear and legible throughout.
Language of Material:
English
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This Diary is the first of four diaries covering the total period from March 16, 1850 to November 1856. This Diary commences
on his 18th birthday and ends exactly on year later. Bartlett says at the beginning that his purpose is to "give a brieif
account of the weather and scrapes that I may chance to get into, and an account of all the moneys expended by me." Aside
from a two week period on a fishing boat on the Grand Banks, the entire diary is set in Kingson, MA. It is comprised of brief
daily entries describing the weather and his activities during that day. Very little of significance happens during the year.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Donor and Date of Acquisition Unknown
Existence and Location of Originals
The Society of California Pioneers, 101 Montgomery St., Suite 150, The Presidio of San Francisco, San Francisco CA, 94129
Collection open for research
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Robert B. Bartlett Diary Vol 1, The Society of California Pioneers.
No records on Robert B. Bartlett in the Society Library
This is a part of a 4 volume set of diaries covering the total period from March 16, 1850 to November 1856. Referenced numbers
are C058753 through C058756
Subjects and Indexing Terms
Massachusetts History
New England--History--19th century.
Pioneers -- California
Frontier and pioneer life – California