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Open book Everett, Cynthia (sister), Everett family outgoing correspondence, 1850-1871

Title Everett, Cynthia (sister), Everett family outgoing correspondence, 1850-1871

Date 1850-1871

Language English, Welsh

Subjects Abolitionists, Brothers and sisters, Congregational churches

Extent 6.9 linear feet (16.5 boxes)

Format Correspondence

User-Contributed Transcription city. The Pres.'s new house is at the foot - it is not yet finished, so Elizabeth went with us over it. We enjoyed looking at its many conveniences and beauties and imagining how pleasant it would be when the family moved in. Especially were we charmed with the fine views from the windows - near by stood the college buildings and the Theo. Sem. where brother B. teachers - there are 32 acres belonging to the college and 13 I believe to the Sem. The buildings are all very fine - the Sem. especially is very nicely finished - and when the grounds are laid out one could not want a more beautiful situation for a school. Brother B has not yet bought a house but he is hoping to soon - there are several houses for sale near by at which he has been looking but the prices are a little high. Lewiston is quite a new city and growing rapidly so property rises quite fast in value.Monroe Street and I fear both his house and Mary Ann's were burned. It must have been a very terrible time for them all during that dreadful fire. How I wish I could see you all and have a good long talk. I am so sorry you were uneasy about us but I hope you have had my

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Archival Collection Title Everett family papers

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Call Number Midwest MS Everett Box 4 Folder 150

BibID 998218028805867

Rights Status No Copyright - United States

Contributing Institution Newberry Library

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Size 1662px × 2669px 12.72 MB

File Created 07/25/2016

Filename 998218028805867_mms_everett_ser_01_box_04_fl_150_019_02.tif

Unique Identifier NL1FWI4

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