James Barron Hope, no place, to Annie B. (Whiting) Hope, Warrenton, North Carolina, 28 August 1861.
Scope and Contents
Scope and Contents 4 pages. Autograph Letter Signed. Appreciated both Janey's note and the bank draft very much; thinks that she should stay in Warrenton for the winter; both the cost and the possibility of further conflict dictate it; misses them very much, but is holding up well; the low cost of living in Warrenton will help in rebuilding their house later; twice mentions possibility of Union General John Ellis Wool attacking, with his close to 30,000 men; the winter will soon drift by; he will bring home wonderful items to put in the children's stockings; tell him if "our mother" needs anything; he has a good wardrobe for the winter; enjoys and is doing well in his job working for the Commodore, French Forrest.
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