1918 Diary

Archive

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Lewis Latimer House

Name/Title

1918 Diary

Scope and Content

This folder contains a single bound book, possibly a personal diary or notebook, with sporadic handwritten entries among many blank pages. The structure suggests that the book was not used consistently but instead opened at random for occasional notes or reflections. In it Latimer jotted down brief information, probably indicating the details and time spent on various freelance projects that he worked on for income during the latter years of his career. Content Overview Based on the visible pages, the folder includes: Book Cover and Title Pages: A cloth-bound book titled Monogram Diary, possibly from a specific year. A calendar reference page, indicating it may have been intended for daily use. Handwritten Entries (Dates Visible on Pages): Scattered dated entries suggest it was used for periodic notes rather than daily journaling. Notes appear on select dates, with many blank pages in between, implying irregular use over time. Potential Topics: Entries could document personal reflections, appointments, financial records, or professional notes. Some pages contain short notes, while others may have longer reflections. Empty or Unused Sections: Large portions of the book are blank, reinforcing that it was used randomly rather than sequentially.

Context

This book, used as a notebook by Lewis Latimer, alludes to some of the freelance projects he undertook later in life. The inconsistency in entries suggests it was used as needed rather than a structured daily log.

Collection

The Lewis H. Latimer Papers (1870-1929, 1972) [QPL Subgroup], Louise Latimer Papers (ca. 1910) [QPL Subgroup], Latimer Family Papers (1870-1996 ) [QPL Full Collection]

Archive Items Details

Title

1918 Diary

Description

This folder contains a cloth-bound monogram diary with handwritten entries scattered across various dates. The book appears to have been used sporadically for personal notes, reflections, or professional records, with many blank pages between entries. This item provides a rare glimpse into the personal and intellectual life of Lewis H. Latimer, offering insight into his habits, thoughts, or activities in an irregularly maintained format.

Container

370h/6

Location

Folder

370h/6

Box

370

Archival Collection

Latimer Family Papers (1870-1996 ) QPL Collection

Library

Queens Borough Public Library

City

Jamaica, Queens

State

New York, USA

Continent

North America

Country

United States