Rush Nutt Diary, 1805
Scope and Contents
A manuscript diary of a tour through the western and southern parts of the United States by Rush Nutt, describing his journey which began in Virginia in 1805. Containing approximately 100 pages, notebook size, it is bound in sections, some of which are missing.
Dates
- Creation: 1805
Creator
- Nutt, Rush, 1781-1837 (Person)
Biographical / Historical
Dr. Rush Nutt, planter, physician and scientist of Jefferson County, Mississippi. A native of Virginia, he studied medicine at the University of Pennsylvania under Dr. Benjamin Rush. (He changed his first name from Rushworh to Rush in honor of his teacher). In 1805, he moved West, settling on a large plantation, Laurel Hill, near Rodney, Miss. He taught and practiced medicine, and was one of the founders of the Agricultural and Mechanical College in Alcorn, Miss. Dr. Nutt was particularly interested in scientific principles and methods of agriculture. He was known for the development of a new brand of cottonseed. In 1834-1835, he traveled in Europe, Egypt and Middle East. He was married to Eliza Ker, daughter of Judge David Ker.
Extent
1 item
Language of Materials
English
Physical Description
Most of this diary is in good condition; there is some variation in the writing, some of it faded, but it is all legible.
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
Repository Details
Part of the Helmerich Center for American Research at Gilcrease Museum Repository
1400 N. Gilcrease Museum Rd.
Tulsa Ok 74127
918-631-6441