Mary Ann Birchett's Autograph Book
This collection contains the 1842-1864 autograph book of Mary Ann Birchett (also addressed in entries as Mary Lusk) of Nashville, Tenn., which was given to her by her son W. G. Birchett on her 34th birthday (c. March 1842). There are entries from friends and family, including Maggie and Lilly Ramsey and Cousin Will.
Dates
- 1842-1864
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Extent
0.1 Linear Feet
Abstract
This collection contains the 1842-1864 autograph book of Mary Ann Birchett (Mary Lusk) of Nashville, Tenn. There are entries from friends and family, including Maggie and Lilly Ramsey and Cousin Will.
Biographical/Historical Note
No biographical information could be located on Mary Ann Birchett or Mary Lusk. Her son may be W. G. Birchett of Stewart Co., Tenn., who committed suicide in July 1879.
Arrangement
Collection consists of a single folder.
Acquisition Note
Collection was purchased in June 1987.
Repository Details
Part of the Betsey B. Creekmore Special Collections and University Archives, University of Tennessee, Knoxville Repository