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Manuscript diary of Edward Evans Parrish, 1862 May 6-1865 September 10

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 8

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

The collection contains the diaries of Edward Evans Parrish, written from 1854 to 1873, with many gaps. In these he records daily events, farm life, family news, and his religious convictions. Other materials consist of poetry and related papers of Edward Parrish; the diary of Parrish's daughter, Rachel Marinda Parrish Knox, written on a trip to San Jose, California; and extensive biographical and genealogical information by James M. Knox, a descendant of Parrish. Typed transcriptions of selected diaries and other items are also included.

Dates

  • Creation: 1862 May 6-1865 September 10

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open for research.

Extent

From the Collection: 0.7 Cubic Feet (2 document cases)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the Oregon Historical Society Research Library Repository

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