1. | Title: | James Wilson Diary (1773-1786) | |
Dates: | 1773 - 1786 | ||
Extent: | 1 volume | ||
Locations: | Bethlehem | Carlisle | Easton | Newton | Philadelphia | Princeton | Trenton | ||
Abstract: | A prominent lawyer and signer of the Declaration of Independence and Constitution, James Wilson also kept a brief journal that records his work, travels, and some other surprising data. Recorded in a "Aitken's General American Register" dated 1773, this journal includes entries dated 1774, and 1782-1786. Entries appear in two different hands, and record receipts, expenses, and activities, the last probably not Wilson's. The second hand of the almanac has been dated to a later period, believed to be from 1782-1786, and it records in graphic detail the sexual exploits of its author. | ||
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A prominent lawyer and signer of the Declaration of Independence and Constitution, James Wilson also kept a brief journal that records his work, travels, and some other surprising data. Recorded in a "Aitken's General American Register" dated 1773, this journal includes entries dated 1774, and 1782-1786. Entries appear in two different hands, and record receipts, expenses, and activities, the last probably not Wilson's. The second hand of the almanac has been dated to a later period, believed to be from 1782-1786, and it records in graphic detail the sexual exploits of its author. View Full Description in New Window | |||
Subjects: | Accounts. | Diaries. | Philadelphia history | Social life and customs. | Women--History. | ||
Collection: | James Wilson account book and diary, 1773-1786 (Mss.B.W6915) | ||
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