Ann Maury, New York, New York, to her "dear Cousin," (Anne Herndon Maury), 1858 January 28
Scope and Contents
Nan told her that Betty [Elizabeth Herndon Maury, Anne's daughter] was considering taking chloroform during childbirth; urges ger to oppose this action as she has known several peopel who uysed cholorform and has bad results; Mrs. Archibald Gracie used it, and it affected her memory; Augusta Hagarty used it, and her child died; the same thing happened to the child of Mrs. Horsfall; Mrs Bainbridge died under chloroform while giving birth; did nto suggest that Nan take it, even though she is in great pain; feeks chloroform is useful for surgical purposes but dangerous to both mother and child and childbirh; felt it was her duty to tell them of the experiences of their acquantices; would like to knit some socks for the baby; sends regards to Cousin Eliza and the rest of the family. 4pp. ALS. Including T's of ALs, 3pp.
Dates
- Creation: 1858 January 28
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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