James Hoge Tyler kept a diary for most of his life on his farm in Dublin, Virginia, and later as the governor in Richmond. He started writing when he was 33 in 1879 and continued until 1924, just months before his death at the age of 78. These diaries are a valuable source of information about his family, friends, neighbors, employees, and daily life in Virginia around a century ago. They offer a glimpse into the past and provide a treasure trove of historical information.