Margaret Maury, Horsley Hall near Wrexham, England, to her son, James S. Maury, Fredericksburg, Virginia, 1822 May 5
Scope and Contents
Scope and Contents
Their journey to Wrexham; has learned a lot there about farms, and she ill pass the information along to him; they hope to hear of his arrival soon; tell him not to be such a perfectionist about the letters he sends them; the poor quality of her own paper, pens, and ink, are worried about Aunt [Mary] Streaker [Mr. Maury's sister] and will sends her anything she needs; he must get a new truss made for himself; she will continue to make his clothes for him; news of family and friends; the loss of the Albion; the servants; trip back home; the stormy weather; news of friends. 4pp. AL Bears ANS frmo James Maury, Liverpool, England , to his son, James S. MAury, Fredericksburg, Virginia, 11 May [1822], sends regards. Including Ts of AL and ANS, 3pp.
Dates
- Creation: 1822 May 5
Creator
- From the Collection: Maury, James, Sr., 1718-1769 (Person)
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Extent
From the Collection: 6.31 Linear Feet
Language
From the Collection: English
From the Collection: French
Repository Details
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