Diaries,, 1971-1979
Dates
- 1971-1979
Scope and Contents
Summary: Diaries, some fragmentary, of Frances Hobhouse, dating from the last ten years of her life. Significant topics are her relationship with her daughter Janet, her sister Jean Liedloff, and her boyfriend John Tokesky. Other important topics are attempts to organize herself and find work, art-making, medication, and concern about her financial situation.
Of particular interest is the diary of her trip to England for Janet's wedding in 1974. In her 1978 and 1979 diaries, her worsening depression is clearly evident. Much ofthe diaries concern her struggle with the business of living.
Language of Materials
English
Conditions Governing Access
Boxes 1 and 2 are not open to researchers until the year 2040.
Arrangement
Arrangement: Grouped chronologically.
Part of the New Brunswick Special Collections Repository