February 17, 1884

Leah, fl. 1883-1884

Autograph letter

Title: to My Dear Cousin

Letter addressed "My Dear Cousin." Complains about the infrequency of her letters. Expresses sorrow for her poor health and scolds her not "...to undertake to get up dinners at your time of life...let the younger ones get up the dinners...you have done your share at that..." Comments on aging and the loss of their husbands. Reflects on the end of life and hopes it will be peaceful. Based on the context of the letter, it appears to have been sent to Ann Maitland. Letter is signed Leah.

GLC03523.10.196

2 December 1883

Leah, fl. 1883-1884

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Very Dear Cousin

Letter addressed "Very Dear Cousin." Inquires about the state of their livestock. Discusses the difficulty of getting to church. Asks about the neighbors. Mentions she and Rachel had to turn down an appeal to donate funds for the purchase of a black dress for Aunt Phoebe to wear. Letter is signed "Leah."

GLC03523.10.195