I have just read of a recently pubished book by the RI Geneological Society of the journal or diary of Daniel Steadman. Henry Oatley, who had the journal in his possesion, transcribed it and the Society had it published. Steadman began the journal in 1826 and kept it until 1859. The book cites abut 3360 RI names and is indexed. Steadman,his father and grandfather were shoemakers, although with the advent of manufatured shoes Steadman did other things to make a living. The journal is available for $37.00 plus shipping of $3.50. RI Geneological Society, PO Box433, Greenville, RI, 02828.