The Holy Bible, Volume I Only. (Bertha McKee's Copy, Wife of J. Frank Dobie

Philadelphia: Printed By W.W. Woodward, 1816. 12mo. This bible has very small print, covers Genesis-Psalms and part of Proverbs 1. Bertha McKee's family moved from Pennsylvania to Brazoria, Texas in the late 1890's. Her father was Professor. R.A. McKee, who was born in 1864. Here are the early family names written both as John Mckee and John Mackey (presumably her great-grandfather). Editions of the Bible printed in early 19th century America are uncommon (see Hebert, Historical Catalogue of Printed Bibles). Though a poor copy, this was treasured by Bertha McKee. Acquired with a J. Frank Dobie collection of personal memorabilia. Bound in full calf with gilt roll to edges, spine lettered and decorated in gilt, with spine noting it is Volume 1, leaves browned.