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1861-1865
Epperly, Sarah, fl. 1850
to Christian Epperly
Writes that she will help find spouses for Christian and his sisters.
GLC02715.132
18 August 1865
Epperly, C. D., fl. 1865
to Miss Lillie
Wishes to escort Miss Lillie to the institute. Note on verso wishes to escort Miss Lena to and from Church. Includes a biblical quote. The name Louola Martin is written several times on both sides of the paper.
GLC02715.133
4 May 1882
Martin, Victorie A., fl. 1882
to Nisenous E. Epperly
Comments that she is ill. Asks who Senous's sweetheart is. Discusses friends who may visit.
GLC02715.135
August 1, 1866
Alfocord, E.B., fl. 1860-1866
to Aaron Jeffery
Apologizes to her nephew, Aaron, for not writing sooner and wishes that Jeffery and her family had not left Petersburg to live in "...that distant country under existing circumstances." Wishes for Aaron and Roberta [Jeffery] to come visit and...
GLC01896.085
October 24, 1866
Jeffery, Ann, fl. 1860-1867
to her granddaughter
News of letters received and written, family sicknesses, particularly of her cousin, Richard W. Jeffery, and herself. News of family fortunes in the post-war period, including the rental of a farm.
GLC01896.086
1866/09/30
Confidential discussion of legal efforts to have custody of "poor dear Richards [Jeffery] little orphan children," and despite the great amount of trouble they have caused her since their mother's death [Ann Jeffery], she is going to "October court"...
GLC01896.087
1867/09/15
Farragut, Virginia L., fl. 1860-1865
To [Dr. R.W. Jeffery]
Discussion of Jeffrey's "lots" in Seattle, including which individuals to forward enquiries to and the possibility of being "redeemed" for the selling of lots done to pay taxes. Mentions requesting information of Lan Mill, and advises Jeffery to...
GLC01896.091
1872/12/05
Jeffery, Richard W., fl. 1855-1899
Reports on the weather in Petersburg (cold with snow) and then goes on to comment on Aaron's studies. He compliments him on his interest in history and philosophy but cautions him not to neglect to also "...study grammar, dictionary & ciphering."...
GLC01896.094
1873/08/14
Archer, Edward R., fl. 1830-1917
Discusses the health of Mrs. Gibbons and others, Mary's upcoming wedding, and other small happenings. Requests that Aaron "...say a lesson or read something every day."
GLC01896.095
July 15, 1878
[Itemized lists of furniture]
Itemized list of furniture with monetary amount for each item. The list contains such items as "One arm chair. Parlour," "1/2 Doz Walnut chairs," "Large Bed," and "Glass Bowl." Overall, all seventeen items are tabulated to fetch $56.50. In a separate...
GLC01896.100
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