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2005.36.293: A letter from Thomas F. Jones to Kate, 1858 May 18
This is an apology letter from Thomas to Kate for a lapse in writing. He expresses his satisfaction in knowing that the feelings she possesses for him are stronger than anyone else in his life. He confirms his affection for her, despite enjoying…
2005.36.280: Letter from Thomas F. Jones Jr. to Kate, 1858 January 9
Thomas expresses his wish to Kate that she would write more often, and that he spends energy and emotion waiting on her letters every day. He tells her that he must hear from her to be happy.
2005.36.268: Thomas F. Jones Jr. to Kate, unknown
A letter from Thomas Jones Jr. to Kate. Thomas updates Kate about family matters, discusses recent purchases, asks about her health. 6 handwritten pages
2005.36.277: Thomas F. Jones Jr. to "My Beloved Kate," 1858 April 19
Jones is writing Kate to question why she does not write him more often. He admits to being busy, and also writing several letters that were not mailed. However, he still questions why she does not write more. He describes the dull conditions of…
2005.36.273: Thomas F. Jones, Jr. to Kate, 1857 November 13
In this two-page handwritten love letter to Kate, Thomas F. Jones, Jr. comments on visiting her bother, Frank, in Georgia. He explains how he desires to live in that part of the country. He indicates that he is "almost well again," but did not…
2005.36.266: Thomas F. Jones, Jr. to Kate, 1857 April 18
Thomas F. Jones, Jr. authored this seven-page handwritten letter describing an ordeal with an unidentified drunken friend. He was so drunk that Jones likened him to a "Patagonian" who likened him to "the Evil Spirit." He also reassures Kate the he is…
2005.36.292: Thomas F. Jones, Jr. to Kate, 1857 March 29
In this three-page handwritten love letter, Thomas F. Jones, Jr. bestows his adoration upon the recipient. He comments how he loved another before, but the woman did not reciprocate his affections. He mentions that he traveled 500 miles by horse for…
2005.36.311: (Henry Thompson Jones?) to Thomas F. Jones, Jr., 1860 July 12
Letter written by Henry asking Tom if he could borrow “either a horse or mule” for an upcoming trip. 1 handwritten page.
2005.36.126: Letter to Thomas F. Jones, Jr., 1859 March 01
Letter detailing business transactions, cotton purchasing, settling of payments, and runaway slaves. 4 handwritten pages.
2005.36.471: Cousin (Rupo?) to Thomas F. Jones, Jr., 1858 October 06
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…
2005.36.289: Thomas F. Jones Jr. to Kate, 1858 May 22
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…
2005.36.272: Thomas F. Jones Jr. to Kate, 1858 January 16
Tom tells Kate that he has written to her parents concerning the marriage proposal and his fear of rejection. 1 handwritten page.
2005.36.267: Thomas F. Jones Jr. to Kate, 1858 January 03
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.