Papers, 1894-1912 and undated [manuscript].
 Author: Murdoch, Susan Butterworth, 1836-ca. 1912.
 Format: Manuscript
 Language: English
 Summary:
Homemaker and Quaker (Hicksite sect). Also, sister of Benjamin Butterworth (1837-1898), and daughter-in-law of James Edward Murdoch, (1811-1893).
Diary, 1894-1900 (ca. 320 p.), kept by Susan B. Murdoch, and four miscellaneous items. The diary, written primarily from Maineville, Ohio, describes daily routines of a homemaker and wife as well as family concerns. There are additional entries for Ben... (see more)
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  • 5 items.
  • OCLC Number: 15673669
Notes
  • Ohio Warren County Maineville.
  • Source of Acquisition: Purchase 1985.
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Title Summary
Homemaker and Quaker (Hicksite sect). Also, sister of Benjamin Butterworth (1837-1898), and daughter-in-law of James Edward Murdoch, (1811-1893).
Diary, 1894-1900 (ca. 320 p.), kept by Susan B. Murdoch, and four miscellaneous items. The diary, written primarily from Maineville, Ohio, describes daily routines of a homemaker and wife as well as family concerns. There are additional entries for Benjamin Butterworth (1837-1898) ; the 2d Ohio Volunteer Infantry Regiment; floods; elections and women voting; and medical home remedies. An undated essay by Murdoch's husband describes pioneer life in Ohio.

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