Rutson Maury, New York, New York, to his sister, Ann Maury, Liverpool, England, 1855 July 24
Scope and Contents
Only he, Nan, and Miss Sibley [Mrs. Gilpin's niece] are at home; encloses a letter from Mytton [not present]; Matthew says that Sarah and Walker both have excellent appetites; assumes that Nan will have described Miss Sibley to her; the weather is now hot and humid; Rutson made an arrangement with W. &G. Gwathmey to do business; is very pleased with the way Rutson handled it; the arrangemetn will make it unnecessary for Rutson to make an annual trop to Richmond; Rutson has agreed to go south instead of to England on business; has not heard from James since he left Richmond; assumes that Mr Mordecai advised Rutson about the contract he made; Rutson plans to travel around Richmond as well. 4pp ALS
Dates
- Creation: 1855 July 24
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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