Diaries of Kārlis Valgums, a teacher at Beja elementary school (1921–2006), written from 1987 to 1999. Kārlis Valgums, wrote in his diary every day and sometimes several times a day. In addition to descriptions of everyday work, financial notes on purchases and costs, and family events, Kārlis Valgums also recorded his observations on what was happening in the nation and in politics.