Journal of Esther Whinery Wattles , 1905, undated

Esther Whinery Wattles’ (original and typescript) journal manuscript provides a first personal account of her life, and addresses such issues as Quaker life in Ohio, anti-slavery activity, and Wattles family history. Of note is her description of the flooding of Excelsior, OH, in December of 1847 which resulted in the death of several individuals. She also describes tending to soldiers wounded during a civil war battle near her home of Lacygne, Kansas. The Wattles’ family association with John Brown is also noted in this journal. Reminiscences of Esther Whinery Wattles, a more polished version of the journal and in a spiral binding, is also included in the series. This item was received from Ruth Arps, great niece of Esther Whinery Wattles, in July 1999.