In June 1901, Mayme is out of school, dodging rain, working around the house, and hanging with her friends around town. Ice cream suppers seem to be a favorite. … More Mayme Wilbur’s Diary Series | June 1901

Middleburg in May 1901 – Spring is in the air. From the last day of school to plowing a neighbor’s garden, the little town is ready to leave the winter cold behind and move forward with graduation, gardens, and summer fun. … More Mayme Wilbur’s Diary Series | May 1901

Written 124 years ago, Mayme Wilbur’s diary is an insight into the the leading edge in fashion, literature, and Christian activities. Just kidding about the leading edge part – this is Middleburg of which she writes. Seemingly, the punishment for bad behavior in school is “standing on the floor” and the schoolboys are frequent flyers on that front. For the curious, “chockalate” used to be spelled like that. Lastly, RIP Moses Euans. … More Mayme Wilbur’s Diary Series | April 1901

Middleburg’s turn-of-the-century teen scene is a close-knit group. From Sunday school to regular school, buggy riding, riding “the wheel,” playing ball, and angling for a chicken roast, these young people know how to have a wholesome good time around town.

Fashion-wise, young ladies are wearing patent leather shoes, corsets, and silk waists. Dressing for style is apparent in the class picture. … More Mayme Wilbur’s Diary Series | March 1901

Middleburg, Ohio in February 1901 was snowy, cold, good sledding (aka “coasting”) weather mixed in with a excitement with some sort of trial and seemingly a scheduled hanging for March. … More Mayme Wilbur’s Diary Series | February 1901