A Guide to the Jeremie Journal
Finding aid prepared by Carl Van Ness
University of Florida Smathers Libraries - Special and Area Studies Collections
August 2004
Descriptive Summary |
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| Title: | Jeremie Journal | |
| Dates: | 1820-1821 | |
| Abstract: | Journal of unidentified American smith who lived briefly in Haiti. | |
| Extent: | 1 volume (28 leaves) | |
| Identification: | MS Group 168 | |
Scope and Content
The diary covers part 1820 and 1821 when its writer, an unidentified Catskill, New Yorker, lived in Jeremie, Haiti. The man, who was trained as a smith, attempted to make his living working as a smith and eventually, out of necessity, as a carpenter. The diary has some rich descriptions of Mardi Gras, a New Year's celebration with an elaborate procession and parade, funerals and wakes, and the landscape around Jeremie. It also contains some interesting rumors about Christophe, Petion and Boyer. The smith ultimately becomes disenchanted with the lack of economic opportunities and the racial situation (he often complained of injustices because he was a white man), and the diary ends with his return to the United States.
Access or Use Restrictions
Access
Collection is available in digital format. Use of original diary is restricted.
Administrative Information
Preferred Citation
[Identification of item], Jeremie Journal, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
Selected Subjects and Access Points |
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| The following terms have been used to index the description of this collection in the Library's online catalog: | ||
| Subject Terms: | ||
| Haiti--Description and travel--19th century | ||
| Jeremie (Haiti) | ||
For further information, please contact: Special Collections Access Services.
