Someone brought in a book (printed in 1919) about a local politician who once sought (but did not receive) the nomiation of his party to run for President of the United States. The donor, who had come across the country on vacation and made a special stop to see us, was slightly crestfallen when we said we had the book, but cheered up when we offered to give this copy to the local school named in the politician's honor.
Also in the envelope were several photographs of the politician--all very dignified with a massive beard and stern profile.
In addition, there was a folded document on heavy paper that, at first glance, looked like a diploma for a law degree...but why was the text not in English or Latin? The name on it was not that of the local politician.
After the donors had left, I transcribed the document, and searched some key words. Turns out it wasn't a law diploma, but the membership certificate for a Danish organization devoted to the study of ancient Scandanavian languages & texts.
Oh, and it was from 1834. And it's beautiful. And it connects to absolutely nothing in the collection.
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Also, I should like to introduce my first ongoing themed count:
Nose Picking Count: 1
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