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Mary Holdsworth diary
Descriptive Summary | |
| Title: Mary Holdsworth diary | |
| Creator: Mary Holdsworth | |
| Creator: Jane Holdsworth | |
| Inclusive Dates: 1833-1844 | |
| Language(s): English | |
| Extent: 1 folder(s) 1 diary | |
| Collection Number: ms4548 | |
| Repository: Hargrett Library | |
Collection Description
Scope and Content
The collection consists of a two-sided diary of Mary Holdsworth, from July 1833 to 1845. Some entries are also written by Mary's sister, Jane Holdsworth. The diary entries cover day-to-day activities, social events, accounts of travel, and several handwritten recipes. Both kitchen and medicinal, the recipes range from Plumb Pudding and Raspberry Vinegar, to Furniture Oil and Medicine for Cough. Some recipes appear to be authored by other family members and friends.
Administrative Information
Preferred Citation
[Item, box, folder], Mary Holdsworth Diary, ms4548, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.
Finding Aid Publication
Finding Aid prepared by Kathryn Manis, 2023.