Letter signed J.P. Groot [James P. Groot], St. Louis, to his sister. Mentions the vastness of land under cultivation in the West. Mentions the daily arrival of regiments at St. Louis. Mentions that he is under a doctor's care, and that this is the first time he has tried any medicine. Inquires about the whereabouts of James Watkins and family. Includes postscript dated November 30., 1862 Nov 26
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 9
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
The collection consists primarily of Groot family correspondence. Most of the letters were written by James P. Groot. Notable content includes three letters signed Rachel Mull to her sister Maria—dated September 2, 1855, April 5, 1856, and February 25, no year—that describe the abusive relationship with her husband, Barney Mull. The collection also includes 12 Civil War–era letters signed James P. Groot describing affairs in St. Louis and his military service in the 6th Iowa Infantry.
Dates
- 1862 Nov 26
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is open for research use.
Extent
From the Collection: 0.17 Cubic Feet ( (1 box))
Language of Materials
English
Creator
- From the Collection: Groot, James P., circa 1820s-1830s-1869 (Author, Person)
- From the Collection: Mull, Rachel Groot (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Missouri Historical Society Library and Research Center Repository