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Sally M. Galt, Richmond, to Elizabeth J. Galt, Mary D. Galt, and John M. Galt, Williamsburg, [1852?] June 1

 Item — Box: Series 2, Box 14, Folder: 151
Identifier: id124782

Scope and Contents

No one knows what church the Governor's family attends, and no one has attended their levees except Cousin W[illiam Lambert?]. He did not know the ladies present and said most of them were Jewesses. Mrs. English, the Governor's daughter, presides over the house and assists Miss Selina in entertaining, for Mrs. Johnson's health is not good. Discussion of the Governor's background and social standing. [Note: Joseph Johnson from Harrison County was Governor from 1 January 1852 until 1 January 1856. He was the first governor elected by popular vote.]

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  • Creation: [1852?] June 1

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English

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From the Collection: 129.00 Linear Feet

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