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Approximately 250 pages of manuscript writing, bound in maroon morocco journal with gilt key clasp with etched leaf decoration. Clasp is not functional, nor is there a key included. 22.2x18 cm. (8¾x7").

Julia Allen Channing was a young woman hailing from England (Eastbourne?). Upon her birthday on July 14th, 1890 she was gifted this journal from her grandmother and began writing about her summer with friends and family in Cohasset, Massachusetts. She soon returned to England, and of particular note to the golf collector, described many trips to the golf links throughout the UK, within this diary. Her final journal entry describes a trip to North Berwick in 1894, where she was instructed in the game of golf by David Grant, "He is supposed to be about the best teacher in Scotland..." She also describes meeting Bernard Sayers there. Additionally, her parents were invited to dine with the Balfours while there. An interesting read. Provenance: Ralph Elder collection.