In a box at an Estate Auction, I discovered a personal diary written by a young man who lived in Seattle on Capitol Hill in 1913, one hundred years ago. The differences (and similarities) between that year and the one we are beginning tomorrow are fascinating. I have decided to share this diary with anyone who wants to read these entries. Page 1 had his important statistics, like Watch # and glove size.
E. Clarence Miller
504 E Republican St
Seattle, Washington
Home telephone East 6827
In case of accident or serious illness please notify Mrs. Ida (same address)
Number on case of my Watch: 6188872
Number of the works: 16389587
Number of my bank book: 16525
My weight was 142 on Jan. 1, 1913
Size of hat: 6 7/8
Gloves: 7 1/4
Hosiery: 10 1/2
Collar 15 1/4
Shoes 8
Shirt 36
Keep up the good work, CJ
ReplyDeleteThanks, Peter! I plan to add some headlines from a local 1913 newspaper for each week too.
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