Box 4
Contains 10 Results:
Letter, Caroline Barton, Springdale, Frederick County, Virginia to Julia G. Barton Myers, Culpepper County, Virginia, 1833 July 9
Julia is concerned about the letter she wrote to her father upon his remarriage. Caroline hopes to become like a mother to Julia. Julia is studying music at school, Caroline stresses it's importance as an accomplishment for young ladies.
Letter, Caroline M. Barton, Springdale, Frederick County, Virginia to Julia G. Barton Myers, Frederick City, Virginia, 1833 December 11
Caroline hopes Julia is doing well at school. She will see her in the spring. Asks if Julia is caring for her shoulder properly. Caroline's niece Virginia wishes to become acquainted with Julia. Sends her respects to the Nelson family.
Letter, Caroline M. Barton, Richmond, Virginia to Julia G. Barton Myers, Frederick City, Virginia, 1834 February 19
Caroline stresses the importance of schooling to Julia. The Bartons will be in Richmond for another month. When they return home she will send Julia the book and writing paper she asked for. They will see Julia in the spring. Cousin Virginia sends her love.
Letter, Caroline M. Barton, Frederick County, Virginia to Julia G. Barton Myers, Frederick City, Virginia, 1835 October 25
Mr. Nelson is carrying this letter to Julia. Caroline stresses the importance of being methodical. She tells Julia to attend to her grandmother's advice. Richard's health is improving. Joseph is 7 months old and has one tooth. Father sends his love.
Letter, Caroline Barton, Frederick County, Virginia to Julia G. Barton Myers, Frederick City, Virginia, 1836 February 20
Caroline scolds Julia for not writing. Baby Joseph has six teeth, getting plump but isn't talking yet. Father is well and constantly busy, he left for Winchester. Asks if Julia's sewing is improving, and if she is taking care of her shoulder.
Letter, Caroline M. Barton, Frederick County, Virginia to Julia G. Barton Myers, Frederick City, Virginia, 1836 December 3
Caroline's mother died. Father is away from home, Aunt Eliza is staying with Caroline. The new baby is 5 weeks old. Little Joseph isn't talking yet. Mammy returned home with Sister, they now have a white nurse. Also discusses Julia's black dress.
Letter, Caroline M. Barton, Frederick County, Virginia to Julia G. Barton Myers, Richmond, Virginia, 1839 April 23
Discusses scarlet fever outbreak, Joseph and Cary are well so far. Father has been away from home frequently. Caroline dined at the Jones's and Lynn's (neighbors). When Julia comes home they will practice their French together.
Letter, Caroline M. Barton, Frederick County, Virginia to Julia G. Barton Myers, Richmond, Virginia, 1839 June 3
Caroline tells Julia not to neglect her English lessons in favor of French and Music. Joseph is learning his lessons, too, and Cary knows some of her letters. Mr. Barton is running for office. Julia's aunt is to buy a dress for her and a bonnet, too, if needed.
Letter, Caroline M. Barton, Frederick County, Virginia to Julia G. Barton Myers, Richmond, Virginia, 1840 February 25
Julia sent the children the King Arthur story. Cary and Joseph are doing well with their studies. Father is mending fences and making improvements around the house. Caroline doesn't think that young people should always wear black. Love to the family.
Julia G. Barton Myers from Caroline M. Barton, July 1833 - February 1840
This series contains correspondence.