“Research is formalized curiosity. It is poking and prying with a purpose.” ~ Zora Neale Hurston

Right now, I'm just trying to learn the basics of the company and Lowell, Massachusetts before I even begin. Basics on the mill, the town, the set up, etc. But, what I'm concerned about is finding Primary Sources and, so, I've been spending most of my time exploring the resources available through MSU.
I'm very excited though because I found that the MSU Library holds a book of "The Lowell Offering" which is a periodical written by the women and for the women working in the mills at the time. Also, during my searches I've found various micro-form copies of the periodical. To tell the truth, secondary sources are not that difficult to find because whenever I search Women's Rights and "Lowell Mill Girls" together, there are always a couple books that appear.

As a back up plan, I've been reading a little bit on Lumber Camps in Northern Michigan. I grew up in Petoskey and have always learned about them in school or I've visited historical sites. So, I feel like that would be an interesting topic. The job was not easy and they got paid very little for how much physical stress was put on during the job. Also, many of the men had to stay away from home for months on end. It's just an option. I am pursing the Lowell Mill Girls though as my topic and I'm very excited.

Hopefully, I'll make it to the library soon with all my searches and find what I need. Tomorrow I'll write more of what basics I've found.