Diary of Ralph Josselin (Private Collection)

5.8.1676 (Saturday 5 August 1676)

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Aug: 5. Saturday night inned all my own harvest, and most of my tithe in 17. days not a jag ill. a good and plentiful harvest. I was able to direct and look after my business. John in some order, my heart in frame. not troubled nor vain nor having but thankful contented, this is gods goodness and for all I praise him and dedicate myself and my all to his service.