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Diary From 1866, Lucinda Lenore Merriss Cornell Dec 1865

Diary From 1866, Lucinda Lenore Merriss Cornell

The Lucinda Lenore Merriss Cornell Diaries

The 1866 diary of Lucinda Cornell details her live at home in both Westerville and Hilliard. It includes information about births and deaths of known persons. It begins with some recipes, a list of items belonging to her son, and verses. A list of significant dates include:

February 10: John and Lucinda have relationship troubles.

March 13: Her first child, Harry is born at 7 PM. He is delivered by Dr. Andrus and weighs 7.5 pounds.

March 23: John's mother does not agree with Lucinda.

April 21: First visit back to her family with Harry.

August 10: A mention of …