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Courtland Olds Diary, 1887

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JANUARY WEDNESDAY 12 1887

I went with Mr. and Mrs. Horton and Mrs. C. J. Cooke to visit come friends of theirs - Captaine ______ & family. They live about one mile west of Fenwich on the Camborough road. The Captaine is well acquainted with the {Staren?} boys who are second cousins of my {?}. He gives a favourable account of their {positions?}. Went down to Fenwick to attend Revival service this evening. Had the pleasure of taking {?} with me. The meeting was very good.

JANUARY THURSDAY 13 1887

Stayed all night at Mr. Hortons again last night, and to day went in their company to visit the {?}. Had a pleasant time with them and a good sing, which I always enjoy. These people are quite cultivated musicians. Went to Bill Holcombs this evening for an hour or so. From there went to Mrs Cookes and had tea. Stayed for a while & enjoyed my visit very much. Went to stay all night at Chandler Holcombs this evening.{Found them in bed.}

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