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Miscellaneous correspondence, Everett family papers, 1860s-1870s

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Title Miscellaneous correspondence, Everett family papers, 1860s-1870s

Date 1860s-1870s

Language English, Welsh

Subjects Abolitionists, Brothers and sisters, Congregational churches, American Civil War (United States : 1861-1865)

Extent 6.9 linear feet (16.5 boxes)

Format Correspondence

User-Contributed Transcription Steuben, March 10, 1862My dear old Playmate A few minutes ago mother looked up from her paper and inquired, "Is it the 10th to day?" "I believe it is I replied, and the date awakening pleasing memories, added. "Mary Ann Pierce's birthday the tenth of March." Quick came the thought, "I wish I could see her", as a thousand times before it has sprung up in my heart. I ?uld not gratify the wish just then, but thought I, why not write and send my love for a birthday present, in lieu of something better. So you see how I came to trouble you with the unexpected missive. I wish I could think of some pretty speech, in which poetically to express my heart's warm wishes for your happiness, but you know pretty speeches are not

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Archival Collection Title Everett family papers

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Call Number Midwest MS Everett Box 14 Folder 548

BibID 998218028805867

Rights Status No Copyright - United States

Contributing Institution Newberry Library

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