Correspondence, 1926 September 15-26
Scope and Contents
Letters from Joseph to his "sweetheart" (his wife). He discusses his wife's plans to come in early spring, his daughter starting college at Cornell University, and local opposition to his company's involvement in the tunnel project. An incomplete letter is addressed to his daughter Sylvia, also referred to as "Old Tops". In it, he tells her of his experiences flying with the Hydroplane Company in Colombia. An incomplete letter from an unknown author is addressed to Margaret (Joseph's wife) and describes the Magdalena Hotel and surrounding area.
Dates
- Creation: 1926 September 15-26
Creator
- From the Collection: Hilton, Joseph C. (Person)
- From the Collection: Hillton, Margaret L. Williams (Person)
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Extent
From the Collection: 0.25 Linear Feet
Language
English
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository