John Preston Journals, 1949/1982

Access and use

Location of collection:
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Special Collections, University Libraries (0434)
Newman Library
Virginia Tech
P.O. Box 90001
560 Drillfield Drive
Blacksburg, VA 24062-9001
Contact for questions and access:
Phone: (540) 231-6308
Fax: (540) 231-3694
Restrictions:

The collection is open for research.

Terms of access:

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Preferred citation:

Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: [identification of item], [box], [folder], John Preston Papers, 1949-1982, Ms2023-010, Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.

Summary

Extent:
0.8 Cubic Feet 2 boxes
Creator:
Preston, John, d. 1982
Abstract:
This collection largely consists of journals written by John Preston in which he recorded his daily activities. Entries include accounts of his work with the Red Cross, home improvement projects, time spent with friends, and various hobbies such as golfing. The collection also includes some paper ephemera, collected by Preston in his diary from 1982. This includes photographs, newspaper clippings, golf scoresheets, and other memorabilia.
Language:
Materials in this collection are in English.
Preferred citation:

Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: [identification of item], [box], [folder], John Preston Papers, 1949-1982, Ms2023-010, Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.

Background

Scope and content:

This collection largely consists of journals written by John Preston in which he recorded his daily activities. Entries include accounts of his work with the Red Cross, home improvement projects, time spent with friends, and various hobbies such as golfing. He records temperatures daily and notes his involvement in many organizations such as the American Legion, the Chamber of Commerce, and the Botetourt Country Club. As his health declines, he notes doctor's visits and hospitalizations.

The collection also includes some paper ephemera, collected by Preston in his diary from 1982. This includes photographs, newspaper clippings, golf scoresheets, and other memorabilia.

Biographical / historical:

John Preston (d. 1982) was descended from Col. William Preston and lived at Greenfield in Fincastle, Botetourt County, Virginia.

Acquisition information:
The John Preston Journals were donated to Special Collections and University Archives in June 2018.
Processing information:

The processing, arrangement, and description of the John Preston Journals was completed in March 2023.

Arrangement:

This collection is arranged chronologically.