2005.36.183: E.C. Young to Son, 1856 March 29
1856; Transcription; Walnut Grove, GA; E.C. Young; Son; Health; Bereavement; Ambrotype; Grandmother; George; Fort Gaines; Sister; Family Life
This four-page handwritten letter from E.C. Young to his unidentified son, presumably P.M.B. Young, offers the author's condolences on the death of a friend at the military academy. He also comments on the well-being of the family and the hope that his son will return to visit soon.
E.C. Young
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1856 March 29
Heather M. Haley
Auburn University
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2005.36.187: Elizabeth Caroline Young to P.M.B. Young, 1858 August 20
1858; P.M.B. Young; Elizabeth Carolina Young; Religion; After-life; Religious revival; Religious conversion; Death
Young’s mother is writing him to congratulate and also express her excitement concerning Young’s complete conversion to Christianity. The letter goes into detail describing the importance of accepting “the Redeemer” into one’s life.
Elizabeth Carolina Young
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1858 August, 20
Peter R. Thomas Jr.
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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2005.36.119: Elizabeth Caroline Young to Son, 1859 September 6
Health; family; Father; Emma; Sally; John Davis; Death; Illness
The letter was from Elizabeth Caroline Young to her son, dated September 6, 1859. In the letter, Elizabeth Caroline Young addresses current family topics, such as deaths, illnesses, and the state of the family in general. 4 handwritten pages
Elizabeth Caroline Young
P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum
Bartow History Museum
Auburn University
1859 September 6
Erik Haeuser
Auburn University
Bartow History Museum
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