Tobin Maury, New York, New York, to his Aunt, Ann Maury, Liverpool, England, 1855 July 13
Scope and Contents
Scope and Contents
The weather has been cold and rainy; is going to Oyster Bay tomorrow with Dr. Sabine; Walker sold his bird and cage for 3 shillings; school ended today; they went to see the fireworks, which has been postponed from the 4th of July because of the rain; nan and Uncle Rutson went to visit Mrs. Gracie; Mytoohn and Walker's school has commencement on Wednesday. 1p. ALS Bears ALS from Anne Fontaine Maury, New York, New York, to her Aunt, Ann Maury, Liverpool, England, [July 1855]. Begins to look forward to her [AM] return; Jones is at Green's Farms; Mytton has gone to Saratoga; Tobin has gone to Oyster Bay; Tobin is enjoyiong himself so far; he wants to come back when James comes to visit; Waker has not been feeling well but she hopes he will be able to go to Green Farms; they have not heard from Mytton yetm but she expects they will tomorrowl Master Tom came to visit Thursday; heard from Cousin Lewis, who said he does not expect to return to New York for a while; she and Uncle Rutson had a pleasant visit with Miss Gracie; Mr. Cogswell came to visit, and he is still "bashful and silent"; news of friends; plans to preserve raspberries tomorrow; Mrs. Collins and Katie thank her for the pictures; the commencement was stupid; news f friends; is almst alspeel so she will end the letter; fell asleep twice while revising the letter. 4pp
Dates
- Creation: 1855 July 13
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
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