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Letter signed Abigail B. Smith and family to aunt Rachel Edson. Mentions her brother Daniel’s death in the spring and Laphayett's [Lafayette’s] folks are well., 1899 July 16

 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

  • 1899 July 16

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

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