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Seth Williston diaries

 Collection
Identifier: MS-1285
MS-1285

  • Staff Only

Description

The collection contains 7 diaries kept by Williston prior to entering Dartmouth College and during his time as a student at the College. The diaries describe daily occurrences, including the state of the weather, his studies and musings on life and God. A published copy of his “Sermons on Doctrinal and Experimental Subjects.” (1812) is also included. Attached to the book is a note to “Bill”, great-great-grandson of Williston by his mother.

Dates

  • 1786 - 1940

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Unrestricted.

Conditions Governing Use

Permission from Dartmouth College required for publication or reproduction.

Extent

.5 linear ft. (1 box)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

Seth Williston (1770-1851), minister. Dartmouth College Class of 1791. The collection contains diaries and one of his published books "Sermons on Doctrinal and Experimental Subjects."

Part of the Rauner Library Archives and Manuscripts Repository

Contact:
6065 Webster Hall
Hanover NH 03755 USA

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