LOTT Family Archive & Diary Reading, Pa. (Incredible Must See) Civil War Slaves
LOTT Family Archive & Diary Reading, Pa. (Incredible Must See) Civil War Slaves. 19th Lott Family Records and Memoranda complied by John W.
Lott and William Wise Lott of Harrisburg/ Reading, Pennslyvania. Incredible Family record and Diary Book of this family with the first inseration on February 6th 1859 and the last describing the fall/winter of 1906. In addition to the insertions and detailed record keeping of this family is exceptional. The Memoranda opens eloquently: "Our object in keeping this is merely to keep a record for our own satisfication, in which to record events, which will escape the best of minds, if not brought up the fresh "memories" in such a shape occasionally". JWL (Here are just some of the musings/notations). Parson Brownlow delivered an excellent political speech in Court House and heard him July 15th 1862. Today news was received from the Army that Jno. Died July 7th 1862 September 22 1862 The President of the United States (Abraham Lincoln) has issued a proclamation declaring all slaves free, to take effect January 1st 1863 On Friday night a fire broke out and destroyed the Hat Factory of Lott, Rapp & Co. July 7th 1863 Last week the merchants of Reading were scared very much, and great fear were entertained on account of the Rebs invading Pennsylvania... Enlistments are going on Friday. July of 1865Sought religion in Evangelical church.... And in November of 1865 once again, Tuesday night at home expericed peace, pardon and great joy... May it ever be continued.June 16th 1863: I was going to enlist (Civil War) today, but mother would not give her consent, and Mr. Briner advisledly me not to go. I of course had to yield.
Small change is very scarce, we must refuse small sales on account of it. Substitutes for change in the shape of "Shinplasters"? Are being issued by private parties. July 13th 1862 (In context) The workmen wanted something to drink at the store owned by John Ohliger at the corner of 10th Washington Street and I ordered whiskey which they drank down like water and became very drunk. Not being acustomed to such drink I became very drunk and at a late hour I met James Fager who took me home.This caused me much shame and trouble, and I made up my mind then, that I would never get drunk again... And proud to say I have kept my word to this day. Philadelphia, Reading and Pottsville Telegraph Company 6/22 1876To John W. Mother died last evening at nine o'clock come as soon as possible answer W.
Smith Stationary of the Philadelphia and Reading Railroad Company Harrisburg Station July 10th 1876Heartfelt letter informing John Lott of the death of his son Thomas age 7 1/2 of scarlet fever. Newspaper clipping titled;'A Double Application' John W. Lott and family of this city, went to Hamburg, Berks county, to attend the funeral of Mr.While there their son Thomas age 7 years and a half took scarlet fever and died. June 19th 1865 I bought a watch today from the railroad company.
Grant today passing through Redding on the cars... A great crowd was at the Depot to see him. June 15th 1867 Our trip to Cleveland, Ohio (Lengthy entire page description) well-written. Thomas Lott buried at St. In conclusion I wish I could have listed list all the musings and records from this fabulous historically significant ledger. But I have provided many photos for your viewing and enjoyment. Nothing short of a treasure and well worth adding to your collection. Ledger; Marbeled Boards 8' 1/2 x 13' 1/2 inches/ 42 pages. Comes with two framed portraits of Lott Family members: Mrs. Lott 701 North 17th Street Harrisburg, Pa (9' x 12 inches) and Annie G. Lott mother of William Wise Lott same address. (4' 1/2 x 5 1/2 inches). Auctiva offers Free Image Hosting and Editing.