The folder contains letters from Joseph addressed to Sylvia and his niece, Marion. Also, included are letters from Margaret in Santiago to "Mother" as well as letters from Margaret to Tom, who later returned to the United States to stay with relatives. Letters from Margaret to her niece Meg, describe her experiences in Colombia including the celebration of Holy Week. The August 28, 1928 letter from Margaret to Sylvia concerning her pets, clothing, and a trip to the ocean is typescript.