Smythe Family letter, 1849

Series — Box: 8, Folder: 71

Collection number: MSS 016.045

Scope and Contents

The original document is accompanied by a transcription completed by the donor. A few portions of the letter are missing, and some words are difficult to decipher.

Dates

1849

Creator

Smythe, Sarah H. (Person)

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

Conditions Governing Access

This collection has no restrictions. This collection is open to the public. Library policy on photography and photocopying will apply. Advance notice may be required. Apply in the Heritage Room for access. The exception is the Order of the Eastern Star collection, the directories included in which list the personal addresses and phone numbers of members. These directories are not available to the public.

Biographical / Historical

Besides the recipient of the letter, Jane Victoria Smythe, the mother of the author, Sarah H. Smythe, other family members mentioned in the letter are: "Uncle Thomas," "Aunt Mary," "Frank," "Mrs. Rowling," "Uncle Willis" or "William," "Aunt Susan," "Father," "Amanda," "Col. Billips," "Taylor," "Cousin Bennie" or "Bessie," "Sam," "Col. Cumming" and "Julian Cumming," "Roland," "Jane McKean," "Aunt Aggie," "Cousin Lianna," "Grandma," "Sister Ina," and "Dianna."

Extent

From the Collection: 3.67 Linear Feet (Six full legal document boxes, one half letter box, and one document box measuring 17.5 inches by 11.5 inches by 3 inches.)