Ersie Walker Neely Diaries and Papers

Collection

Identifier: MSS-1039

Scope and Contents

A diary kept by this noted Selma, Alabama vocalist, 1925-31. It includes clippings about concerts and performances, impressions of Depression life, and accounts of trips to Florida and Cuba in 1931.

Dates

1925 - 1931

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Biographical / Historical

Neely was a native of Plantersville, Alabama, the daughter of W. W. Walker. She was married on 14 June 1911 to Richmond Dunlap Neely, of Selma, Alabama. She was a member of the choir of St. Paul's Episcopal Church, and Choral Club of the Selma Music Club, Selma, Alabama.

Extent

0.4 Linear Feet (2 inches; 3 ledgers)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

A diary kept by this noted Selma, Alabama vocalist, 1925-31. It includes clippings about concerts and performances, impressions of Depression life, and accounts of trips to Florida and Cuba in 1931.