William Reynolds Journal, 1855 - 1858

Item — Box: 4259.02, Folder: 001

Journal of William Reynolds, 1855-1858

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Scope and Contents

Contains a journal written by William Reynolds from 1855 to 1858. He began the journal while at Northwestern Christian University. Reynolds recorded original essays, family updates, and famous quotes, poems, and songs. A significant portion of the journal details a boat trip he took with his friend Ben to New Orleans from March 15 to April 29, 1858.

Dates

Creation: 1855 - 1858

Creator

Reynolds, William (Person)

Conditions Governing Access

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Biographical / Historical

William Reynolds (1838-1913) was the son of Hannah and Samuel Reynolds and had eight siblings. He lived in Indianapolis, Indiana, and was a student at Northwestern Christian University (later Butler University).