Mary Gerdine travel diary, 1920-1921
Scope and Contents
The notebook consists of handwritten travel notes with an itinerary written on the back cover. Among the locales discussed are London and Paris. The itinerary also notes places in the Netherlands and Germany.
Dates
- 1920-1921
Language of Materials
English
Conditions Governing Access
This collection has no restrictions. This collection is open to the public. Library policy on photography and photocopying will apply. Advance notice may be required. Apply in the Heritage Room for access. The exception is the Order of the Eastern Star collection, the directories included in which list the personal addresses and phone numbers of members. These directories are not available to the public.
Biographical / Historical
Mary Elizabeth Gerdine was born June 16, 1884 in Athens, Georgia to Dr. John and Susan Gerdine. She was a teacher in the public schools and never married. She died May 12, 1968.
Extent
.0525 Linear Feet (One of eight folders in a full legal document box.)
Overview
A notebook that Mary Gerdine, a teacher who lived in Athens, Georgia, used as a diary while travelling in Europe.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Marjory Holder
Physical Description
Poor
Repository Details
Part of the Heritage Room, Athens-Clarke County Library Repository
2025 Baxter Street
Athens GA 30606