Diaries, 1934-84

Component identifier:

Series 2

Content Summary:

This series consists of 21 pocket diaries kept in 1934-39, 1940, 1943, 1945, 1964 and 1975-84. They record mainly appointments, birthdays, functions and special events along with names and addresses. The diary for 1945 is more detailed. It covers the period 12 March - 30 June when Crisp attended the San Francisco Conference and contains a brief daily summary of expenses and events.

Immediate source of acquisition:

The papers were received by the Library from Mrs Helen Crisp in several instalments in 1976, 1979, 1981, 1985, 1986 and 1988. The papers purchased in 1985 make up the bulk of the collection. At this time Crisp's extensive personal book library was also donated to the Library under the Taxation Incentives for the Arts Scheme.

Names:

L. F. Crisp

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