Diary of Ralph Josselin (Private Collection)

20.6.1660 (Wednesday 20 June 1660)

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June. 20. This day about a quarter before 3. my wife was delivered of her ninth child, and 5th daughter Elizabeth , god enter into covenant with it, and make it his own, my poor wife was fearful and had sad long labour but at length very quick and kindly for which gods name be glorified in and by me and all mine, young Mrs Harlakenden with us, very pitiful, tender and helpful to my wife .