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"Sister" [Eliza Johnston], Elmore, [Burkes Garden, Va.], to [John] Pres[ton Johnston, West Point, N.Y.]., 1839 December 10

 Item — Box: 3, Folder: 1
Identifier: id112207

Scope and Contents

Asks his preference on being called "brother" or "Preston," for Aunt Sally says "Pres" is disrespectful; lengthy news of various uncles and aunts and her fear that she will miss seeing Uncle Jo[seph E. Johnston] at the Springs; describes Cherie's [Mrs. Edward W. Johnston] drinking problem. 2 pp. TCy.

Dates

  • Creation: 1839 December 10

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Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

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Extent

From the Collection: 3.00 Linear Feet

Repository Details

Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository

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