2005.36.266: Thomas F. Jones, Jr. to Kate, 1857 April 18

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Title

2005.36.266: Thomas F. Jones, Jr. to Kate, 1857 April 18

Subject

1857; Transcription; Thomas F. Jones, Jr.; Kate; Love Letter; Travel; Alcohol; Religion; Weapons; Mental Health; Mental Illness; Dr. Bythewood

Description

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 faithful only to her, undoubtedly because he is on a long journey.

Creator

Thomas F. Jones, Jr.

Source

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

Publisher

Bartow History Museum
Auburn University

Date

1857 April 18

Contributor

Heather M. Haley
Auburn University

Format

JPEG
PDF

Language

English

Type

Manuscript

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