Autograph BookTHIS 1880s AUTOGRAPH BOOK of Sarah Townsend was recently given to the Lodi Historical Society by resident Gayle Hatch, director of the Elizabeth B. Pert Library in Hector. The book was among miscellaneous items found by Bob and Lois Nordling when they owned the John Townsend farm on the east side of Rt. 414, at Upper Lake Road.Somewhat like the tradition of school yearbook signing, the autograph book was offered to friends and family for a fond, written gesture. Rendered in the most perfect of penmanship, heartfelt messages were composed at the time of signing, especially for the recipient. In some regions, illustrations appeared.