Series 1 includes letters arranged alpabetically by writer. A uniform entry has been adopted for each name, and persons of the same name have been identified and distinguished from each other by indicating their relationship to Benjamin S. Ewell or other persons. For example, the entry Brown (Harriot S.) is used for letters signed H. S. Brown and Hattie, and the entry Ewell (Elizabeth), daughter of Benjamin S. Ewell, is used for letters signed Lizzy Ewell or simply Lizzy.

Is planning to go to Mississippi; has visited Annapolis; Uncle William is no longer practicing law, but is engaged in speculation; the ball was a failure due to the local clergy.

An incomplete letter concerning a professorship at Transylvania University. Asks him to write; offers him a job at Lexington; describes the college.

Describes problems with workers and the College.

Series 1 includes letters arranged alpabetically by writer. A uniform entry has been adopted for each name, and persons of the same name have been identified and distinguished from each other by indicating their relationship to Benjamin S. Ewell or other persons. For example, the entry Brown (Harriot S.) is used for letters signed H. S. Brown and Hattie, and the entry Ewell (Elizabeth), daughter of Benjamin S. Ewell, is used for letters signed Lizzy Ewell or simply Lizzy.

Hopes a month at headquarters will improve her health; the Howe [?]) boy has been killed; has received tea from England. The letter is signed "Aunt Lizzie".

The letter is addressed "To Lizzie". Has been sewing; social news.

Relates war news. The letter is from "Cousin" in Richmond.

Glad she has not left Richmond; relates war news. The letter is signed "Aunt Sarah" [McIlvainez?].

Father says the College will stay in Williamsburg; drunken soldiers almost grabbed her arm; social news. The letter is signed "Aunt Lizzie".

Thanks her for the photograph; has had visitors; father has John Brown in ambrotype. The letter is signed "Aunt Lizzie".

Family news. The letter is signed "Mamie".

Received her letter; family news; had her photograph taken. The letter is signed "Aunt Lizzie".

Bessie left for Norfolk. The letter is signed by "Mama". [This is not from Julia Ewell. Probably from a member of the Hoge (?) family.]

Has been sick; has a new book; family news; Negroes are going to have a celebration; her dog was lost. The letter is signed "Maymay".

Misses Richmond; social news. The letter is signed: "Bee".

Sent her bundle to mother; Hattie sent a pickle knife and fork; wishes she would not get married; family news. Enclosure: A pencil drawing entitled "Mary's new walking dress." The letter is signed "Mamie".

The letter is signed: "Charlotte". The author comments on her marriage; has been sick.

One letter signed: "Aunt Lizzie"

2 items. Both letters may have been authored by Harriet Brown Turner. [1865?] May 7 Letter: Uncle is a prisoner; Captain Turner is taking the Oath of Allegiance; mother was arrested; war news. [1865?] May 24 Letter: Mother is still under arrest; Captain Turner has arrived; family news; war news.

3 items. Unsigned.