A Lively Experiment

Notes on collections and events at the RIHS

The Root of the Matter

On March 22, 1860, a group of enterprising amateur historians set about excavating the grave of Roger Williams.  I realized this today when I looked at the accession card for … Continue reading

22 March 2012 · 2 Comments

Stanton Beldon’s 1862 Diary on Twitter!

  • Am busy planting my potatoes, corn, etc. It is late I know but I have been busy with various matters. Girls visited Mrs. Sarah Olney 22 hours ago
  • Alman ploughed for me to-day. Pay him $3.00 per day. Apple trees now in full bloom a fair blossoming. 1 day ago
  • Mr. Miner preached to-day as usual. Text- And every eye shall see him and they who pierced him. 2 days ago

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