Originally labeled as "Ann Godwin's Memorandum Book," this item was created by Nancy Godwin Figgat, prior to her marriage. Later notes in the item reflect her married name and her husband's name and initials. Since Nancy also appears in records as Nannie and occasionally as Ann or Annie, the name was removed from the title of the item to avoid creating confusion. The earliest date in the book is 1856, but later notes were created after her marriage in 1859. Some entries may also date to the 1860s.