2005.36.127: Kate to Unknown, 1859 June 19
Cousin; Henry; Church; Rain; Illness; Sunday; Brother; Sadness; Eufaula; Alabama; Carrie; Affection; Death; Sally; Brother
A letter from Kate to Unknown, concerning the state of the family and family friends. Cousin Henry, Sally, and Carrie are mentioned. Kate continuously mentions her sadness at the recipient's absence. 3 handwritten pages
Kate
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1859 June 19
Erik Haeuser
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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2005.36.129: Sister to Brother, 1859 November 1
Sister; Brother; Sally; Walnut Grove; Carrie; Virginia Springs; Front House; Dr. Goldsmith; Family
A letter from Sister to Brother, detailing family events and the conditions of Sally, Carrie, and others. The author mentions the Summer plans of the family, as they plan to reside in Virginia Springs for the season. Additionally, a visit with Dr. Goldsmith is mentioned briefly. 6 handwritten pages
Sister
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1859 November 1
Erik Haeuser
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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2005.36.147: J.W. Jones to Unknown, 1857 July 11
1857; J.W. Jones; Brother; South Carolina; Pa; Ma; Sister Emma; Sam; John Wesly; Advice; Business; Alcohol; Christmas
J.W. Jones writes to his brother asking when he plans to visit again and how much he enjoys talking business with the his brother. Jones writes of the family and how an acquaintance is unsatisfied with an alcoholic boss. 6 handwritten pages.
J.W. Jones
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1857 July 11
Graham R. Neeley
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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2005.36.160: Robert to Mother, 1857 March 27
Good Health; Appetite; Garden; Sister; Paradise; Family; Brother; Country; New York; Boston; Philadelphia; Mother; Ambition; Summer; Children; Cherokee Country
A letter from Robert to his mother, sent from Savannah, Georgia. Robert describes the beauties of Savannah, and potential plans to send his children to stay with his mother. He goes on to briefly describe his time in the northern cities of Philadelphia, Boston, and New York, and Cherokee Country as well. Lastly, he discusses his attempts to find a profession for his brother that will give him ambition. 4 handwritten pages and 1 envelope
Robert Young
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1857 March 20
Erik Haeuser
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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