2005.36.269: Thomas F. Jones, Jr. to Kate, 1857 August 29

Dublin Core

Title

2005.36.269: Thomas F. Jones, Jr. to Kate, 1857 August 29

Subject

Transcription; 1857; Kate; Monticello; Florida; Carolina; Mrs. S; Affection; Honesty; Engagement; Marriage; Illness; Daguerrotype; Thomas F. Jones, Jr.

Description

Thomas begins the letter by denying that he has laid eyes on other ladies, apparently in response to accusatory letter from Kate. He mentions that he has been sick with a fever for a long time. He asks if she will marry him in November or December and is concerned about the consent of her parents. He says that he will get a picture to send to her. Three handwritten pages.

Creator

Thomas F. Jones, Jr.

Source

P.M.B. Young Collection, Bartow History Museum

Publisher

Bartow History Museum
Auburn University

Date

1857 August 29

Contributor

Danielle Funderburk
Auburn Universtiy

Rights

Bartow History Museum

Format

PDF
JPEG

Language

English

Type

Manuscript