Box Series 2, Box 12
Contains 22 Results:
Sally M. Galt, Richmond, to Mary F.G. Browne, Louisville, 1876 January 7
Describes her visit to the State Library and some of the curiosities there. Discusses the change in the management of the Asylum. [Last sheet missing.]
Sally M. Galt, Richmond, to "Dearest Cousin", 1876 January 18
Discusses the fire and other matters concerning the Asylum. Valentine's studio is to be opened to visitors to see General Lee's statue.
William B. Braithwaite, Williamsburg, to Sally M. Galt, 1876 February 21
Describes a Valentine he received, and his wish to have a goat to pull his cart. Has a 3 day old sister.
Sally M. Galt, Richmond, to Miss Dorothea Dix, 1876 February 21
Gave her the Revolutionary curtains, belonging to her grandfather, so can not send them to the Centennial, unless Miss Dix will send one. Has a book of her grandfather's and his shoe buckles. Describes the Vice Regal Court to be held, in which old residents portray their ancestors. Discusses the Asylum, and the fire there. They had a fire engine before the War, but now there is none in Virginia.
Sally M. Galt, Richmond, to Dorothea Dix, circa 1876 February
This letter is the 2nd version. Discusses the great interest in Revolutionary War costume etc., and the many applicants for the use of the buckles she has. Their old home has much old household goods, and many old letters. Discusses the fire at the Asylum. Hopes the recipient will visit her. Is in Richmond for the unveiling of the statue of Stonewall Jackson. [Second sheet only.]
Sally M. Galt, Richmond, to Delia., 1876 March 8
Mrs. Powers and she will return home on Saturday, the 11th.
[?], Williamsburg, to "Friend", 1876 March 31
Wonders if the "Demoncy Criticism" has been exorcised so that it is safe for them to meet.
William E. Sparrow, Office, to Sally M. Galt, 1876 August 7
Encloses money for her trip to Richmond. News of his family, and his wife's aunts.
Sally M. Galt, Richmond, to "Dear Friend", 1876 October 31
Came to Richmond to stay with a friend who is depressed by threatened blindness. Advocates the visitation of the insane with the sane, as beneficial to both. Discusses Dr. Black's personal concern for all the patients. The orchard is in the "lot where stood the residence, in which General Washington spent the first month of his married life."
Sally M. Galt, Richmond, to "Dearest Cousin", 1876 November 3
Expresses sympathy on the loss of a loved one, and especially feels sorry for Sally [seemingly the bereaved widow]. [3 copies draft]
Sally M. Galt to unknown recipient, [1876?]
Discusses various candidates and rumored candidates for positions at the Asylum. Feels Dr. Black will be a good Superintendent. Has a special liking for Methodists. The Methodist Church in Williamsburg has declined a great deal since the War.
Lissie Williamson Harrison, Williamsburg, to [Sally M. Galt?], [1877?] March 1
They hope to stay at the old "Hotel" as long as possible. If they do move it will be to a rented house like Dr. Morris', which rents for $4 per month. Randolph Harrison, Jr., plans to send them some money each month, and save until he can return to Virginia and buy a farm. Describes Mary and Gordon and their visit to Baltimore. Enjoyed a recent visit from Sally Webb. Mrs. Motley has gone to Petersburg. Aunt Mary Williamson has been very depressed since Rosa's death.
"Hymn-Bishop Grant" for Miss Sallie Galt., 1877 March 10
Sally M. Galt, Richmond, to J.W. Randolph, 1877 April 12
Wants the address of anyone in London, New York, or any large city who will buy... [Draft]
Lucy Burwell Page Saunders, Louise Home, to Sallie M. Galt, 1877 June 5
Discusses Sallie's aunts, the Lambert sisters, and various residents of the Home. Comments on President Hayes, and "What a Liar the English are making of Grant."Her children have been visiting various relatives and friends. Describes her room and the house generally.
Sally M. Galt, Richmond, to Rev. J.S. Lindsay, Warrenton, Virginia, 1877 June 18
Sends congratulations on his marriage. Praises his parents' married life.
Sally M. Galt, Richmond, to Annie, 1877 July 17
Inquires about the [statue?] called "Awakening" that the recipient made, which is now at Valentine's Studio.
Sally M. Galt, Williamsburg, to William, 1877 September 12
Discusses the death of her aunt [Anna Maria Lambert Strobia]. [First sheet only.]
John S. Lindsay, Warrenton, Virginia, to Sallie M. Galt, 1877 September 17
Describes his new wife. Mary Galt [William R. Galt's daughter] spent some time in Warrenton this summer.
Sally M. Galt, Williamsburg, to unknown recipient, 1877 December 19
Has been staying at Lizzie Harrison's for 2 months, to take care for the children, and help Lelia Harrison keep house. Lizzie went to welcome her grandchild. Describes a trip "downtown" and the many friends she saw. News of Lettie Tyler Semple. Their new minister is from Canada. [Last sheet missing.]
Delia A. Braithwaite, Williamsburg, to Sallie M. Galt, 1877
News of relatives and friends, mostly women who have died in childbirth. Mr. Vest took Miss Sallie Peachie driving in his "fatin" [phaeton?].