Letter signed James B. Tower, Leavenwoth [Leavenworth], Ind., Crawford Co., to his aunt and uncle, Daniel and Rachel Edson. Discusses poor crops and religious revivals. Mentions many family members, including Wesley Tower, Ambros Tower, Robert [Robert Tower], and Mary Collins. He is the youngest son living at home with Julianne Patrick., 1859 Feb
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 1
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
Collection consists primarily of correspondence to Rachel and Daniel Edson from the families of her brothers Cotton Tower (in Indiana) and Hull Tower (in Oregon). Collection also includes an issue of the Bethany Weekly Union, April 3, 1862; a receipt of Henry M. Russ, March 1, 1856; and an undated document listing births in the Russ family from 1867 to 1906.
Dates
- 1859 Feb
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is open for research use.
Extent
From the Collection: 0.04 Cubic Feet ( (1 folder (14 items)))
Language of Materials
English
Repository Details
Part of the Missouri Historical Society Library and Research Center Repository