James Richard Albin Journal

Collection

Identifier: MSS-4100

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Scope and Contents

The collection contains the almost daily entries from January 1, 1949, through April 2, 1954, of this journal kept by James R . Albin. It describes his various activities, both at work and at home, and the various trips he and his family take. There are sporadic entries from April 8, 1954, through November 14, 1959. The journal is printed by hand, mostly in pencil, and is very legible.

Dates

Creation: 1949-1959

Creator

Albin, James Richard (Person)

Biographical / Historical

James Richard Albin, son of Deloss Farrar and Ruby Short Albin, was born in Bay Minette, Alabama, on December 21, 1915. He married Juanita (Nita) Scarboro Richards on May 24, 1947, in Jefferson County, Alabama; the couple had one son. Albin was a supervisor and forester for the Coosa River Newsprint Company. He died on August 8, 1975.

Extent

0.2 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

Journal with daily entries from January 1, 1949, through April 2, 1954, kept by James R . Albin, describing his various activities, both at work and at home, and the various trips he and his family take.

Provenance

Purchased from Mrs. Hudson's Fine Books and Paper, 2015

General

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