Forman family account book, 1861-1910
Dates
- 1861-1910
Conditions Governing Access
This collection is open for research use.
The diaries of Martha Brown Ogle Callender Forman are also available on microfilm. See Ante-Bellum Southern Plantations, Reels 12-14; and Ante-Bellum Southern Plantations duplicate Reel 1 for retakes of Reel 12.
Extent
1 Volumes
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Scope and Contents
Mrs. Martha Forman (1788-1864) was the wife of Major-General Thomas Marsh Forman (1758-1845). Their residence of Rose Hill in Cecil County is the scene of many entries in her diary, though others date from Delaware. Slave lists among the 1824 and 1833 entries indicate the Forman's owned about forty slaves. Other entries record the distribution of clothing and provisions to slaves. Some of the work undertaken at the plantation is mentioned including wheat culture, haymaking, buttermaking, and candlemaking. Social events, teas, and illnesses in the family are all recorded along with church attendances, road conditions, and weather notes.
Creator
- From the Collection: Forman, Martha Ogle, 1788-1864 (Person)
- From the Collection: Forman, Thomas Marsh, 1758-1845 (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the H. Furlong Baldwin Library Repository
H. Furlong Baldwin Library
Maryland Center for History and Culture
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Baltimore MD 21201 United States
4106853750
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