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Jane C. Charlton, W[illia]msburgh [sic], [Virginia], to Sarah C. Watts, New London, [Virginia], 13 Sept[embe]r 1807

 Item — Box: 1
Identifier: id108651

Scope and Contents

13 Sept[embe]r 1807. Jane C. Charlton, W[illia]msburgh [sic], [Virginia], to Sarah C. Watts, New London, [Virginia]. Glad to hear about her return home; gives local news including details about the arrival of Eliza [Wright] and her subsequent illness, and the departure of the Savages and the Smiths; expresses her sadness at the "loss of your society" and how much she misses her and the other girls; Mrs. Faulcon left for Carolina; tells of Miss Donoville [sic] [Deneufville] and Mr. Pryor tying the "gordianknot" and states that "Wmsbg will be quite gay at that time, as they are to have a great wedding"; influenza rampant; tells of a party given by Mr. and Mrs. Mason, describing the handsome men, the dancing, and the fact that even Mrs. Anderson, Mrs. Paradice [sic], and her mother were there; "War" is still the main topic of discussion, with revenge at the "epidemical" stage, even affecting the ladies; mentions E. Coleman and his politicking.

Dates

  • Creation: 13 Sept[embe]r 1807

Creator

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

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Extent

From the Collection: 0.25 Linear Feet