Laura R. Crystal Domestic Science Notebook, c.1910s?
Scope and Content
Based on information on the Food Timeline, this is believed to be Lynne Olver's grandmother's school notebook/recipe book: https://www.foodtimeline.org/foodfaqa.html. The cover reads: "Laura R. Crystal 7B Domestic Science" and the notebook contains recipes, food preservation techniques, household management rules, and various clippings. There is also an ink drawing.
While the handwritten sections are not dated, newspaper clippings suggest this was created and/or kept in the mid 1910s.
Dates
- c.1910s?
Creator
- From the Collection: Olver, Lynne, d.2015 (Collector, Person)
Language of Materials
Materials in the collection are in English.
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is open for research.
Extent
From the Collection: 5.4 Cubic Feet (4 boxes)
Immediate Source of Acquisition
This item was actually found in Lynne Olver's book collection during the cataloging process. It was removed and added to the manuscript collection in 2022.
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech Repository
Special Collections and University Archives, University Libraries (0434)
560 Drillfield Drive
Newman Library, Virginia Tech
Blacksburg Virginia 24061 US
540-231-6308
specref@vt.edu