Ginew Family
Also known as: Ginew, Ginew Family, les Ginew
Person people/mentioned Stub Updated: 2026-05-31
Show in diary 1 mentions Research Status: Stub Last Updated: 2026-05-31 Diary Coverage: Carnet 005 (June 1873, Nice)
Overview
A family (possibly English or Russian) encountered at the Howard household in Nice, June 12, 1873. Their daughter is described as "très gentille" with a "manière de donner la main très franche" (very friendly handshake). Marie notes she apparently spoke only English.
Diary References
- June 12, 1873 (005.0256): "Le soir chez les Howard. Nous y trouvâmes les Ginew. La fille est très gentille, a une manière de donner la main très franche. Elle ne parle je crois que l'anglais, nous avons dit quelques mots. Elles partirent."
Research Notes
The surname "Ginew" is unusual; it may be a transliteration of an English or other European name. Only one mention in the diary.