James Barron Hope, Eastville, Virginia, to Annie B. (Whiting) Hope, no place, 18 April 1858.
Scope and Contents
Scope and Contents 3 pages. Autograph Letter Signed. His first note to her blew into the sea; pleasant voyage across the bay; found his friend Dr. Bob, who treated him kindly; dined today at Mr. Fisher's house, which is close to the ocean, and is within "pistol shot" of a burial place of the Gingaskin Indian tribe; asks her in jest to make a huge bag so he can tote her around with him; terms of endearment. Including Autograph Letter Signed from James Barron Hope, Eastville, Virginia, to Jane A. (Barron) Hope, no place; visited Chiru's? grave, and reminds himself to subjugate the uncharitable feelings which sometimes rise up in his heart; will recite his poem at 11 o'clock tomorrow. 1 page.
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