Church of God (Cleveland, Tenn.)

Scope and Contents This collection consists of twenty-four diaries spanning the years 1907 – 1965. It also contains four books of poetry, one song book, sermon notes, and a hat all belonging to the Reverend Carl M. Padgett. The diaries chronicle the majority of Padgett’s adult life. The first diaries tell of his time at Bible College and his growing faith and involvement with the church. The next group of diaries tells of his mission and evangelistic work abroad. The latter diaries describe...