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Aaron Katz Diaries, 1913-1916, Volume 1

This volume contains the diary entries of Aaron Katz for the year 1914. Written in small cursive script, each day has a separate entry of approximately 15 lines, detailing Katz's daily life in Kingston, New York. The entries cover a wide range of topics, including family matters, business dealings (Katz was a junk dealer), local news, religious observances (Katz identifies as Reform Jewish), and reflections on community events. This diary provides a valuable glimpse into the life of a German-Jewish immigrant and his family in the early 20th century.

Associated People/Businesses

Katz, Aaron, 1860-1922.
Katz, Aaron

Geography

Kingston

Subjects

Diaries
Social life and customs
Jews
Families

Physical Location

MS 56, Codex 005.1, v. 1