Aaron Katz Diaries, 1913-1916, Volume 2


This volume comprises one of four diaries kept by Aaron Katz between 1913 and 1916. Written in small cursive script, each diary contains a daily entry of approximately 15 lines. Katz, a junk dealer residing at 250 Broadway, Kingston, New York, details his daily life, including family matters, business dealings, local news, and religious observations. His entries reveal his Reform Jewish faith, his work schedule (including Sabbath observance), and his participation in High Holiday celebrations. This volume covers the year 1913.


Associated People/Businesses

  • Katz, Aaron, 1860-1922.
  • Katz, Aaron

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MS 56, Codex 005.1, v. 2