John Phillips diary

John Phillips diary

Descriptive Summary

Title: John Phillips diary
Creator: Phillips, John, active 1853
Inclusive Dates: 1853
Language(s): English
Extent: 1 folder(s) (1 diary)
Collection Number: ms1463
Repository: Hargrett Library

Collection Description

Historical Note

John Phillips worked with William Henry Stiles in developing a brickyard near Savannah, Georgia.

Scope and Content

The collection consists of a diary of John Phillips from January-December 1853. Entries describe Phillips' visits to Boston, Massachusetts and New York, New York, trips back to Savannah, Georgia, daily activities at the brickyard, business transactions, the weather, and social activities.


Administrative Information

Preferred Citation

John Phillips diary, ms 1463. Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.

Finding Aid Publication

Finding aid prepared on: 2017.


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Series Descriptions and Folder Listing

 
boxfolder
11Diary, 1853

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