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Lettie Lavalette ?, "Falkland," Prince Edward County, Va., to Nina Powell, Alexandria, Virginia, 1867 March 22

 Item — Box: 5, Folder: 2
Identifier: id180860

Scope and Contents

Describes her teaching job with her sister Nancy; describes her students; tells how spirits have been low since the passage of the Territorial Bill, says their district is commanded by General Schofield; describes the "demoralizing" incident of one of the county men running off with a 'Negro' girl and marrying her; news of family and friends.

Dates

  • Creation: 1867 March 22

Creator

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

Conditions Governing Access:

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Extent

From the Collection: 3.25 Linear Feet

Repository Details

Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository

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