Beaumez, Sarah Lyons Flucker, fl. 1784-1801 to Lucy Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.06129 Author/Creator: Beaumez, Sarah Lyons Flucker, fl. 1784-1801 Place Written: Hingham, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 30 June 1794 Pagination: 2 p. : docket ; 23 x 18.5 cm. Order a Copy
Explains her long silence is the result of the indisposition of her children. Describes an accident where Thomas [Flucker?] (possibly her son or husband) fell into boiling water. Mentions the doctor says he is out of danger but she is still anxious. Speaks of finances and asks Lucy's opinion on a particular gentleman. Sends her best regards to Henry Knox and the rest of the family.
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