Hager, Martha, fl. 1799 to Lucy Flucker Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.09859 Author/Creator: Hager, Martha, fl. 1799 Place Written: Santee, South Carolina Type: Autograph letter signed Date: February 2, 1799 Pagination: 3 p. : address : docket ; Height: 22 cm, Width: 18 cm Order a Copy
Writes a sad letter to Lucy Knox about the recent deaths in her family. Says her father and two brothers have died and her only remaining brother is sick. Writes she fears he will not make it and does not believe her mother will be around much longer either. Asks for Knox prayers and wishes her family well. Letter is addressed to "Miss Knox," likely referring to Lucy Flucker Knox, daughter of Henry and Lucy Knox. Written from North Santee, present day Santee, South Carolina.
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