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Mary Jordan Diaries

0.2 cubic feet 2 folders
The collection is comprised of two bound diaries kept by Mary Jordan of Harrisonburg between 1862 and 1883, with short entries pertaining to the Civil War in the Shenandoah Valley, the weather, local births, deaths and marriages, and daily activities such as church attendance, visits from relatives and friends, and travel.
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Mary Jordan Diaries 0.2 cubic feet 2 folders

Jordan, Mary, 1798-1883
The collection is comprised of two bound diaries kept by Mary Jordan of Harrisonburg between 1862 and 1883, with short entries pertaining to the Civil War in the Shenandoah Valley, the weather, local births, deaths and marriages, and daily activities such as church attendance, visits from relatives and friends, and travel.
James Madison University

Thomas N. and Sarah C. Lindsey Letter

0.06 cubic feet 1 letter folder
The Thomas N. and Sarah C. Lindsey Letter, 1861, is comprised of one letter written by the Lindseys of Churchville, Virginia to a Mr. Wynant. The letter is dated June 24, 1861, just two months after the start of the American Civil War. While Mr. and Mrs. Lindsey addressed Mr. Wynant separately, resulting in two distinct letters, both letters are contained on one leaf. The Lindseys comment on the changes taking place in Churchville and the Shenandoah Valley as a result of the Civil War. Additionally, they mention the price and scarcity of goods, harvest yields, the evils of liquor, and general community news.
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Thomas N. and Sarah C. Lindsey Letter 0.06 cubic feet 1 letter folder

Lindsey, Thomas N. (Thomas Newton), 1818-
The Thomas N. and Sarah C. Lindsey Letter, 1861, is comprised of one letter written by the Lindseys of Churchville, Virginia to a Mr. Wynant. The letter is dated June 24, 1861, just two months after the start of the American Civil War. While Mr. and Mrs. Lindsey addressed Mr. Wynant separately, resulting in two distinct letters, both letters are contained on one leaf. The Lindseys comment on the changes taking place in Churchville and the Shenandoah Valley as a result of the Civil War. Additionally, they mention the price and scarcity of goods, harvest yields, the evils of liquor, and general community news.
James Madison University

Turner Ashby Letters

0.16 cubic feet 3 folders
The Turner Ashby Letters consist of 28 letters, a petition, and two portrait photographs of Turner Ashby.
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Turner Ashby Letters 0.16 cubic feet 3 folders

Ashby family
The Turner Ashby Letters consist of 28 letters, a petition, and two portrait photographs of Turner Ashby.

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