2005.36.471: Cousin (Rupo?) to Thomas F. Jones, Jr., 1858 October 06
1858; Rupo; Thomas F. Jones, Jr.; Montvale Springs; Tennessee; Georgia; Pensacola; Florida; Josephine; Robert; Maide; niece; Cousin Sue; Cousin Emma; Tom Jones; Cassandra; Nature; Pain; Flowers; Death; Marriage; Yellow Fever
Cousin (Rupo?) writes to Tom that he received his letter detailing their stay at Montvale Springs. The cousin sends his condolences to Tom for the death of his niece. He goes on to explain his relationship with a Sue, a near cousin and hopes that Tom will not object to their marriage. 12 handwritten pages.
Cousin Rupo(?)
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1858 October 06
Graham R. Neeley
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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2005.36.315:George William Young to Receipt Paper, 1858; 1859; 1860; 1861
1858; 1859; 1860; 1861; Note; Receipt; 13th District; Gordon County; George William Young
A small slip of paper, written on both sides with edges (with words) cut off. It seems to be a receipt book page with entries covering the years 1858 - 1861. It may have been for property loans. The only name that appears on it is Geo Wm Young.
George William Young
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1858, 1859, 1860, 1861
Danielle Funderburk
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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2005.36.99: George Young to Father, 1858 April 8
1858; Sickness; Disease; Medical Theory; Medical History; Cures; Drugs; Prescriptions; Sadness; Hope; Medical Discourse; Mental Health; Transcription
George writes to father discussing the state of health of his mother, and giving ideas for cures, prescriptions, and discussing medical theory/history as well. 8 handwritten pages
George Young
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1858 April 8
Neil Humphrey
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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2005.36.407: James W. Watts to Tom, 1858 September 21
1858; Cassville; Tom; James W. Watts;
A very short letter, in response to one from Tom. Watts said he agreed with the plan for the perez (?) as all parties agreed. One handwritten page.
James W. Watts
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1858 September 21
Danielle Funderburk
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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2005.36.186: Mary Thompson to Caroline Young, Unknown November 18
1858; Mary Thompson; Caroline Young; Cartersville; Bartow County; Georgia; White Oak
4 handwritten pages and an envelope.
Mary Young
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
Unknown November 18
Neil Humphrey
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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2005.36.270: Thomas F. Jones to Kate, 1858 July 27
Transcription; 1858; Kingston; Carolina; Kate; Thomas F. Jones, Jr.; Cartersville; Emma; Travel; Departure; Miss Ginna
A short letter to Kate that included an inquiry about when she was leaving for Carolina. Tom said that Emma wanted to travel with her, if her father would wait. One handwritten page.
Thomas F. Jones
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1858 July 27
Danielle Funderburk
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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2005.36.267: Thomas F. Jones Jr. to Kate, 1858 January 03
1858; Kingston; Georgia; Mill Creek; Thomas F. Jones, Jr.; Kate; Cartersville; South Carolina; Paris; France; Asthma; Courtship; Marriage; New Year's Eve; Church; Religion; Bible; Transcription
Jones writes of his travels, his fear of Kate’s parents rejecting his marriage proposal, and his joining of a local church. 3 handwritten pages.
Thomas F. Jones, Jr.
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1858 January 03
Graham R. Neeley
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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2005.36.272: Thomas F. Jones Jr. to Kate, 1858 January 16
1858; Thomas F. Jones, Jr; Kate; Kingston; Georgia; Mill Creek; Marriage; Courtship; Fear; Proposal; Parents; Transcription
Tom tells Kate that he has written to her parents concerning the marriage proposal and his fear of rejection. 1 handwritten page.
Thomas F. Jones, Jr.
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1858 January 16
Graham R. Neeley
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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2005.36.289: Thomas F. Jones Jr. to Kate, 1858 May 22
1858; Thomas F. Jones, Jr.; Kate; Dr. Mayson; Aunt Mary; Kingston; Georgia; Mill Creek; Occupation; Physician; Love; Letters; Religion; Bible; Choir; Money; Transcription
Tom tells Kate that he has to cancel their upcoming visit due to a rise in patient visits. He also writes about his unsuccessful quest to find two letters she had previously written to Jones. He finishes the letter by telling her of the church choir and Bible school. 3 handwritten pages.
Thomas F. Jones, Jr.
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1858 May 22
Graham R. Neeley
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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2005.36.279: Thomas F. Jones Jr. to Kate, 1858 February 26
1858; Carolina; Dr. Dozier; Mill Creek; Love; Affection; Kingston; GA Presbyterian Church; Communion Meeting
A love letter from Dr. Thomas F. Jones, Jr. to Kate expressing concern about her recent illness, his joy and delight in her, and his love and longing to see her again. He mentioned a communion meeting at the church and an adversarial situation involving a Dr. Dozier. He expressed his determination to not make himself liable to censure by Dr. Dozier or anyone else. 3 handwritten pages.
Thomas F. Jones, Jr.
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1858 February 26
Shari L. Williams
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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2005.36.288: Thomas F. Jones, Jr. to Kate, 1858 April 24
Transcription; 1858; Columbia; Mill Creek; Travel; Cassville; Presbyterian Church; Conversation Party; Miss Melissa Johnson; Mr. Everett; singing school; Rome; Frank; Mrs. R; Kate; Thos. F. Jones, Jr.;
In a letter to his wife, who is somewhere else, Tom asks when she is going to Columbia. He is happy she is going to Mill Creek but also misses her. He attended a conversation party as a fundraiser for church, where woman fell down the stairs. He mentions meeting a man who wants to start a singing school and a steamboat picnic in Rome. Four handwritten pages.
Thomas F. Jones, Jr.
P.M.B. Young collections, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1858 April 24
Danielle Funderburk
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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2005.36.276: Tom Jones to Kate, 1858 April 15
1858; Tom Jones; Kate; Love; Longing; Sickness; Gossip; Traveling; Col. Watts; The Dr. (Dr. Young); Miss L; Mrs. Burriss; Mrs. Johnson; Mrs. Alexander; Greenwood; Columbia; Kingston; Mill Brook; Transcription
The final page with author is not given, but from other similar letters this is Tom Jones to Kate. He misses her and hopes he can see her soon, he assures her despite the rumors he is not seeing anyone any longer in Kingston. 2 handwritten pages and 1 envelope
Tom Jones
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1858 April 15
Neil Humphrey
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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2005.36.290: Tom Jones to Kate, 1858 September 18
1858; Georgia; Carolina; Greenwood; Kate; Tom Jones; Col. Watts; Mr. Cochran; Miss Measley; Little Sally; Dr. Cart; Mrs. Sproull; Frank; Marg; Whitlock; Love; Longing; Marriage Postponed; Convincing; Worrying; Overthinking; Friend’s Business; Local Life; Transcription
Tom writes Kate a long letter wracked with insecurities after having their wedding has been postponed a week, hoping that Kate will look at him and marriage favorably and convincing her to wait and not overthink the predicament. He ends with discussing the local business with friends he has seen/interacted with. 4 handwritten pages.
Tom Jones
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1858 September 18
Neil Humphrey
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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2005.36.264: Tom Jones to Kate, 1858 January 26
1858; Tom Jones; Kate; Mrs. Johnson; Celestia; Father; Dr. Leland; Mrs. B; Miss Wilson; Miss Carter; Miss Leday; Miss Lester; Miss Henderson; Mrs. Melissa; Billy Johnson; Mr. E.N. Johnson; New Superintendent; Ginie; Love; Desire; Longing; Marriage; Friendship; Affection; Hopeful; Father’s Permission; Gossip; Sickness; Pneumonia; Doctoring; Local News; Horses; Riding Accident; Social Gathering; Dancing; Dreams; Transcription
Tom Jones writes to Kate telling her is suffering from pneumonia and is tired because he has been caring for other sick patients the past week. He hopes she still loves him and wishes to get married; he still madly loves her and hopes to hear the status of their marriage soon. He had fallen off his horse, but was fine enough to attend a coalition. 4 handwritten pages.
Tom Jones
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1858 January 26
Neil Humphrey
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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