Scope and Contents July 5, 1879 J.T. Brown to Mother, Fanny C. Brown Stanley, Va. Frank and I have been up to Mrs. Julian Ruffin’s twice. Hamilton Barksdale is at Hampstead with Harry Webb. We’re going to make up a baseball club. Wrote to Cousin Cassie. I will room with Willie at the university or if he does not come, with Herbert Claiborne. 8 July 1879 W. Gordon McCabe to Mrs. H.P. Brown Liverpool, England Evaluation of Thompson – his readiness for the university as apprised by his old school master....

Scope and Contents August 8, 1879 unknown sender to ‘friend’ Charlottesville [incomplete letter] Helen Rawlings and Sallie Magruder have just left us, I have had so much company I haven been to the university but once in the last month. It has been very warm … news of family and friends. August 11, 1879 J.R. Tucker to Cousin [Fanny C. Brown ?] Richmond, Va. My visit with you “a bright charming, occasion” Thompson is a fine fellow. I appreciate your attention to my sister. August 21, 1879 J.T. Brown to Mother,...

Scope and Contents September 4, 1879 J.T. Brown to Cousin Cassie Tucker, Glencoe, WV, Hunting here is not as good as I expected; we have no good dog. Your shooting when Willie took you out was exceedingly good. Hamilton Barksdale and other of my friends will be at the university this fall. He and I are going deer hunting. September 4, 1879 J.T. Brown to Mother, Fanny C. Brown, Glencoe, WV, All here were pleased by your letter. Uncle wanted Hamilton to start school in Baltimore but his Mother would not let him....

Scope and Contents October 2, 1879 J.T. Brown to Mother, Fanny C. Brown University of Va. I made an exchange of rooms-got a splendid room on the east lawn. Hamilton Barksdale is on the West Range. My general examination is tomorrow. October 7, 1879 J.T. Brown to Mother, Fanny C. Brown University of Va. I passed all my examinations. ‘I like everything here ever so much except the idea of having to study so hard.’ Very warm here. October 15, 1879 A.L. Smith to Mrs. H.P. Brown Fredericksburg, Va. Thanks for your...

Scope and Contents November 5, 1879 Fanny C. W. [or M.] to F.C. Brown Home again with so much to do. Have some cuttings for you – the bundle has been mailed. Cousin Mary now has the happy home she deserves. Visited Aunt Alice; ‘they were cordial in their welcome … we only remained two weeks.’ I was always guarded against possible misunderstandings. November 5, 1879 M.S.V to F.C. Brown Charlottesville, Va. We had a jolly holiday – saw pretty things and heard two fine sermons, also went to night concerts. You...

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December 2, 1879 J.T. Brown to Mother, Fanny C. Brown U of Va. Please order my papers and discussion of Latin exercise. [post card] December 4, 1879 J.T. Brown to Mother, Fanny C. Brown U of Va. Alfred Martin has left college. The law school has about 100 students – the largest class in the college. Went to Staunton to see ‘Pinafore’ yesterday. All the girls at Miss Baldwin’s school were there 120 or more. I never saw so many collected in one place in my life. Exams are soon.

Scope and Contents January 5, 1880 Charles Braxton to Aunt [F.C. Brown] Wants to hear from the Brown family. January 8, 1880 Francis Tucker Bryan (Mrs. Henry Carmichael) to Fanny C. Brown Fredericksburg, Va. Her illness. Do come to visit; Father is her and I will invite Jennie to join us. Lizzie Barnes goes to school with my girls. January 10, 1880 R.L. Judkins to Mrs. H.P. Brown, Petersburg, Va. Concerns a trustee account. January 12, 1880 M.W. Marye to Mrs. H.P. Brown Lynchburg, Va. Sorry not to have sent...

Scope and Contents January 9, 1881 J.T. Brown to Mother, Fanny C. Brown U of Va. Hasn’t missed any lectures. Sorry to hear that Father is sick again. How long will Cousin Cassie be at Ivy Cliff? January 26, 1881 J. Willcox Brown to F.C. Brown Baltimore, MD Please write me regularly as long a Peronneau is sick. Will try to get down and see him. Turner and the children are well. January 31, 1881 Unknown sender to F.C. Brown (letter is incomplete) Petersburg, Va. Very cold winter. Sorry about your pickles,...

Scope and Contents April 1, 1881 J. Thompson Brown to his Father, H.P. Brown University of Va., Charlottesville His Mother’s hand. He is keeping his resolutions. Girls he is courting. McCormick telescope. April 4, 1881 Sally A. Donnan to F.C. Brown Petersburg, Va. Post card. Discusses bonnet shipment and the resignation of Mr. Jones. April 11, 1881 J. Thompson Brown to his Mother, Fanny Coalter Brown University of Va., Charlottesville Aunt Mary back from Philadelphia. Colonel Venable has succeeded in securing...

Scope and Contents May 5, 1881 J. Thompson Brown to his Mother, Fanny Coalter Brown, University of Va., Charlottesville, Why is Charlie in Kentucky and what is his address? Is Uncle William really mortally ill? Fauleavs Mother has had pups again. How is Fauleau? May 10, 1881 H.P. Brown to his wife, F.C. Brown Bedford, Va. News of family life at Bedford. May 13, 1881 H.P. Brown to F.C. Brown Bedford, Va. Not feeling well. Hauling and preparing tobacco land, etc. Misses her. Hopes Dr. Braxton is better. May 18,...

Scope and Contents Scope and Contents June 3, 1881 Lille Hope to F.C. Brown Newton, Va. Arrived on the first. Hope is enjoying himself boating and fishing. Am concerned that young Mrs. Waller is dying of consumption. Please write and send me the pamphlet on ‘The Wonders of Light & Color.” June 5, 1881 J. Thompson Brown to his Mother, Fanny Coalter Brown University of Va., Charlottesville, Uncle William’s death. House party at Pampatike. Then the same company invited to Miss Helen Rutherford’s after the...

Scope and Contents July 10, 1881 J.W. Brown to F.C. Brown Baltimore, MD I came yesterday from Lynchburg with Thompson. Several letters from Turner were here for me. She recuperates slowly, but the mountain air should help. Children as usual enjoying themselves. I shall send your watch enveloped in candy. Also, will look up the Daytons. July 17, 1881 J. Thompson Brown to his Mother, Fanny Coalter Brown, Rock Castle, We are having a splendid time. I have invited some girls for the 16th of August, ‘all girls I...

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September 7, 1881 Sallie or Lillie Hope Norton to Mrs. Brown Rockbridge Baths, Va. I have been sick and Hope is very ill with stomach trouble. In pain except when she opiates. Will take him to Charlottesville when he is able. Could I come to you for ten days or so around the middle of the month? Please be frank.

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October 10, 1881 Lillie Hope Norton to F.C. Brown Charlottesville, Va. Hope had some little friends for a birthday dinner, and he was delighted with his cake and its eight varicolored candles. He was happy to see Kate, as he treasures his Ivy Cliff friends. I haven’t seen Mrs. Venable, but met the Colonel on the street.

Scope and Contents Scope and Contents December 4, 1881 J. Thompson Brown to his Mother, Fanny Coalter Brown, Baltimore, MD I went to see Peggy yesterday. She has glaucoma and will have an operation to save her sight. I will be home on Friday – or if I don’t come then, Saturday. Am having a splendid time. December 15, 1881 H.W. Tomlin to his niece, F.C. Brown, Wacanancake, Va. Re; sale of Petersburg house, ‘whatever you and Mr. Brown desire.’ The confederate bonds, I will try to ascertain their value, if any....

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February 24, 1882 J. Thompson Brown to his Mother, Fanny Coalter Brown, Richmond, Va. Will get your calico today. Went to a party at professor Price’s Tuesday and went to Petersburg Wednesday. Will go out to Walnut Hill on my way home. This morning I am going to take a drive with Miss Anne Carter.

Scope and Contents March 8, 1882 John Coalter to F.C. Brown Walnut Hill, Va. Great drought last year. Will no longer hold crops after harvest but sell immediately. Hates to stay in the house. Now too much rain. Lonely. Anti-Mahone. Cillia sends her love. March 13, 1882 John Coalter to his sister, F.C. Brown Walnut Hill, Petersburg, Va. Tomorrow I will send you all the butter. I have on hand, probably 14 or 20 pounds. I want Henry St. John to come stay with me and go to McCable. He is a very smart child and...

Scope and Contents April 1, 1882 [Four letters] Lizzie to Aunt F.C. Brown, Lizzie to Willie, Aunt B. to Willie, Cassie to Cousin F.C. Brown, All largely discuss family health, travels, and other affairs. Brother has pneumonia. Asks about Willie. April 3, 1882 John Coalter to F.C. Brown Walnut Hill, Va. Sending three bushels of sweet potatoes. Am here alone and lonely. Enjoyed Thompson’s brief visit. Wish you could see my hot bed – beautiful crops of tomatoes, cabbage, lettuce, and peppers. Orchard is in bloom....

Scope and Contents May 1, 1882 John Coalter to sister, F.C. Brown Walnut Hill, Va. Failing of crops from past year has left me without any money. May 2, 1882 Thompson Brown to Cassie Baltimore, MD, Am enjoying Baltimore. A synopsis of my days. Uncle took me to his club. Called on Miss Eliza Randolph. Attended Presbyterian Church. Went to see Cousin Anne Gill, and to diner with Charlie Andrews. Called on Mr. D. Gordon and had tea at Cousin Billie Dallam’s. Visited the Johnson’s. Was taken to lunch by Frank...

Scope and Contents June 3, 1882 J. Thompson Brown to fiancé Cassie Dallas Tucker, Ivy Cliff, Va. Conscious of own faults and if carping about her, it is just his desire for perfection – which is already nearly hers. Four months until their wedding. June 5, 1882 J. Thompson Brown to fiancé Cassie Dallas Tucker Ivy Cliff, Va. Taught a class of little brats at Sunday school. Visited Peggy, who said she is delighted that you and I are marrying. June 16, 1882 to ‘mama’ F.C. Brown, Richmond, KY Am at the college …...

Scope and Contents July 20, 1882 J. Willcox Brown to F.C. Brown Baltimore, MD Received your letter and will write you from Glencoe. We are going there for 10 days or so to drink while sulfur water. July 24, 1882 John Coalter to sister, F.C. Brown Walnut Hill, Va. Farm prospects – not good outlook. The engagement of Thompson and Cassie. Regrets his lonesome life and not marrying early. 5 August 1882 J. Thompson Brown to fiancé Cassie Dallas Tucker Ivy Cliff, Va. I miss you. In two months we’ll be married....

Scope and Contents January 3, 1884 J.W. Brown to F.C. Brown Baltimore, MD, Our young people enjoyed Christmas, especially the books. Sorry you had servant problems. Am enclosing money. Tell Thompson that Heyward is to marry Mary Barksdale, a good match. March 19, 1884 J. Thompson Brown to wife, Cassie D. T. Brown, You must keep up your spirits. Don’t fret about me. Play with Peronneau every night. Stay until you are better … though to have you here would be bliss. March 20, 1884 J. Thompson Brown to wife,...

Scope and Contents April 7, 1884 J. Thompson Brown to his Mother, F.C. Brown Roanoke, Va. Mr. Rosser will marry Miss Tinsley soon … I am so happy that you approve of the match. April 9, 1884 F.C. Brown to son Local news of family and friends. Mountains are covered with snow. October 26, 1884 Emma to F.C. Brown Charlestown, WV. April 18, 1884 J. Thompson Brown to wife, Cassie D. T. Brown All has gone well here while on my trip. Decide on your plans for return and bring Bettie and Fanny home with you. November...

Scope and Contents February 14, 1885 H.P. Brown Evington, Va. Note to H.P. Brown stating a package has arrived for his pickup. February 26, 1885 W.B. Pate to Colonel H.B. Tomlin Old Church, Va. Would like to buy some shoes. February 27, 1885 J.T. Brown to Mother, F.C. Brown Weather has been awful … sheep and lambs died, but we have been lucky. Butter is scarce. Peronneau can say a number of words and loves the picture in his books. March 13, 1885 J. Thompson Brown to his Mother, F.C. Brown Evington, Va....

Scope and Contents September 21, 1886 F.C. Brown to Uncle Please let me know about my stock. Willcox may sell it for I don’ know if I need more money than I have now. Come up to see us. Cassie and the children are well. Thompson has poison oak. 1886 Frank D. Watkins to H.B. Tomlin Baltimore, MD. Postcard, advertisement. January 12, 1886 J. Willcox Brown to his sister, F.C. Brown Baltimore, MD Hope to come to Ivy Cliff around Easter. Glad that Peronneau is doing well, according to Turner. Turner suffers, but...