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Series I: Journal

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Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

A journal, in Lamar’s own hand, documenting his June-October 1835 trip from Columbus, Georgia to Brazoria, Texas. Observations of the climate, political situations, and people encountered during the journey, delving into Lamar's own thoughts on these subjects. Lamar, like other travelers, stopped overnight in private houses and farms, and stayed longer in settled areas such as San Augustine, Nacogdoches, Brazoria, and Velasco. There are several sections dealing specfically with Lamar's views of the Comanches, the "Natives of Texas", and General James Long. The last entry in the journal is dated October 8, 1835, at Brazoria.

Dates

  • Creation: 1835

Creator

Access Restrictions

No access restrictions; this material is open for research.

Conditions Governing Access

Stored onsite at the Woodson Research Center.

Extent

From the Collection: 0.25 Linear Feet (1 volume)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the Woodson Research Center, Rice University, Houston, Texas Repository

Contact:
Fondren Library MS-44, Rice University
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Houston Texas 77005 USA
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