Letters, 1967-1969
Scope and Contents
Letters and cards from Bill and Liz to sister Frances Robb. Mentions affairs of Mamie, her moving, the sale of her house to Bill, her health, and estate. Writes of Clara and her health, operation, and later her death. Affairs of Cary and Ellen, schooling, travels, and their weddings. Writes on politics and the meeting of the Eight District of Legion. Mentions some dental problems, and that Olive Swanson from LaVere died. Also mentions Olive's sisters Blanche and Lousie Cassell and also mentions a geneology booklet about the Tuckahoe Randolphs being recently acquired. Writes of visiting Tuckahoe and Richmond with Buff and Sally. Nora is in hospital. Mincie Polock died and Bill died. Liz and Dorothy Harris visit Prince William, Manassas. Mentions a painting by Sully in Governor's Mansion. Bill elected to be Key Man for coming year. Bill buys a new car, went to Gay Mont and mentions book named Golden Age of Piracy. Discusses Christmas plans and gifts. (A more detailed description included in folder).
Dates
- Creation: 1967-1969
Creator
- From the Collection: Williamsburg Historic Records Association (Williamsburg, Va.) (Organization)
Language of Materials
English French Dutch;Flemish
Conditions Governing Access:
Collection is open to all researchers. Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal or state right to privacy laws and regulations, such as the Virginia Public Records Act (Code of Virginia. § 42.1-76-91); and the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Code of Virginia § 2.2-3705.5). Confidential material may include, but is not limited to, educational, medical, and personnel records. If sensitive material is found in this collection, please contact a staff member immediately. The disclosure of personally identifiable information pertaining to a living individual may have legal consequences for which the College of William and Mary assumes no responsibility.
Extent
From the Collection: 26.00 Linear Feet
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository