James Fenton Bryant, Franklin, Virginia to Maggie (Margaret) Gunter, Enfield, North Carolina, 1888 November 8
Scope and Contents
Scope and Contents Is very pleased to receive her [Maggie's] letter as he is upset about the "Black Republicans" defeating their President; fears this political surprise will ruin the country; praises her saying he will "get decidedly the best of the bargain" when they marry; didn't go to Norfolk due to his depression over the presidental defeat; is also troubled because Dick is to leave next week for Lexington; the carpenters continue to work on the bathroom; Nell has almost recovered from her illness and will start back to school next week; hopes they will have good weather on the 5th; the children send their love. 7pp. ALS
Dates
- Creation: 1888 November 8
Creator
- From the Collection: Bryant, James Fenton, 1841-1909 (Person)
- From the Collection: Bryant, Margaret Gunter (Person)
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Extent
From the Collection: 146.00 Linear Feet
Language
From the File: English
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository