Restrictions: This collection is open to all researchers.
Rights: The status of copyright for these materials is governed by Copyright Law of the United States (Title 17, U. S. C.). Copyright restrictions may apply.
Acquisition Note: Source: Mrs. C. C. Hiles by donation.
Preferred Citation: W. S. Dunford Diaries, MSS 0000-217, Sargeant Memorial Collection, Norfolk Public Library, Norfolk, Virginia.
Scope and Contents: Three diaries ranging from February 1, 1878 to March 18, 1893 and belonging to W. S. Dunford of Bowers Hill, Virginia. Each volume is precluded by the title "Account of time." The brief daily entries primarily include Dunford's weather observations, while sometimes including chores, travels from home, and significant daily events. The front and back inside covers of each volume include simple poems and quotations, along with autographs.