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Family Bible

 File — Box: 52, Folder: 1
Identifier: 1

Scope and Contents

Contents include a black leather bound Bible with Katherine Phelps Caperton embossed on the front cover; publisher unknown. The item contains extensive handwritten notes and inspirational comments that reveal Mrs. Caperton's religious convictions and lifestyle. The cover and binding are in poor condition and should be handled with care. The new clippings and other related paper scraps and clippings were retained to preserve the item's provenance.

Dates

  • Creation: 1843 - 1980
  • Acquisition: 1990-10-02

Full Extent

From the Collection: 26.60 Cubic Feet

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the Eastern Kentucky University Libraries, Research Center for Special Collections and Archives Repository

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