James Barron Hope, Pensacola, Florida, to Jane A. (Barron) Hope, Hampton, Virginia, 13 November 1851.
Scope and Contents
Scope and Contents 3 pages. Autograph Letter Signed. Joy at being in a place where mail can be easily received; worries about not hearing form his mother recently; his uncle is away on a hunting exhibition; walked by the Commodore, who surprisingly recognized him and invited him to dinner; attended church; enjoyed meeting several "pretty and agreeable girls" that night; asks her to write, and have his friends send him newspapers (The Hampton Enterprise).
Dates
- Creation: 1820-1923
Creator
- From the Collection: Hope, James Barron, 1829-1887 (Person)
Language of Materials
English
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Extent
From the Collection: 195.00 Linear Feet
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository