J. L. Stevens missionary record book, 1869-1870

Summary

Creator:

Stevens, J. L.

Date:

1869-1870

Extent:

0.1 Linear Feet 1 portfolio

Language:

English

Preferred citation:

J. L. Stevens missionary record book, ms105, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.

Background

Scope and content:

The collection consists of one record book, produced by the American Sunday-School Union, in which J. L. Stevens recorded daily details of his missionary work near Charleston, South Carolina from 1869-1870. Daily entries discuss who he visited, where he preached, and includes many references to meeting with African American preachers. Also contains monthly reports listing name of Sunday school, location, number of teachers and students, and name of superintendent; and account current which details expenses incurred, books sold, and donations.

Indexed terms

Subjects:

African American clergy
Church records and registers -- South Carolina.
Missionaries -- South Carolina.
Sunday schools -- South Carolina.
Church records and registers

Names:

American Sunday-School Union

Preferred citation:

J. L. Stevens missionary record book, ms105, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.