United States -- 19th century -- Social life and customs

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 3 Collections and/or Records:

Almanac Collection

 Collection
Identifier: SpCo-0002
Abstract

The Almanac collection includes 247 almanacs dating from 1771 through 1967. There are a variety of types of almanacs including agricultural, medical, commercial and general editions. Also included are pioneer guides, political registers, telephone almanacs and German language publications. The almanacs originate from New England, the east coast, and the Midwest, with a few publications from California. The variety of subjects and locales lends a valuable diversity to the collection.

Dates:1771 - 1967
Found in: Mahn Center for Archives and Special Collections

Americana Pamphlet Collection Part A

 Collection
Identifier: SpCo-0003
Abstract The Americana Pamphlet collection includes over 950 pamphlets housed in 39 boxes. Dates range from 1791 to 1992. Over 650 pamphlets date from the 19th Century. They were aquired through purchase and gifts. The contents of the collection include political speeches and hearings, commentary on governmental actions, sermons and religious writings, and reports on institutions and groups. A range of topics are covered including slavery, agriculture, housekeeping, suffrage and war. The collection...
Dates:1791-1992; Majority of material found within 1800-1900
Found in: Mahn Center for Archives and Special Collections

Americana Pamphlet Collection Part B

 Collection
Identifier: SpCo-0004
Abstract

The Americana Collection Part B is the second half of the Americana Collection I. Together, both collections include over 950 pamphlets. Over 475 pamphlets are contained in Americana Collection Part A and over 475 pamphlets are included in Americana Collection Part B.

Dates:1791-1992; Majority of material found within 1800-1900
Found in: Mahn Center for Archives and Special Collections