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Today in Historical Diaries from AAS
Clerk and the City, 1849
- May 17, 1849 (Thursday)
  Fine clear weather, but rather cool for the season. Attended the anniversary of the American Sunday School Union, at the Musical Fund Hall. Several addresses were delivered—quite interesting. Hall was crowded. The American Sunday School Union had its roots in … Continue reading → […]
Schoolmarm, 1870
- Short on school supplies!
  May 16. Pleasant. Very warm. Went down to Loomis street this morn with Uncle Jacob when he carried Silas back to school. Found the house ready this time to commence operations. Had 16 scholars and only 14 seats. We borrowed three chairs of Mrs. Hiram Kellogg. I wanted to go to Granville to the Library […]
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