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Letter signed Flora Byrne, Byrnham Wood, to My dear Eliza [Mrs. Mayer, Franklin Street, Baltimore, Maryland]. Judge Wayland of Virginia has promised to take care of my little bundle. Annie started a little bag but could not finish it. When will you let Frank come? Individuals mentioned include Judge Wayland, General Porterfield, Aunt Flora, Frank, and Annie. Place mentioned include Virginia, Baltimore, and Staunton. (4 pages), [1844] Feb 18
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The Mayer Family Papers consist of the correspondence of Flora Byrne to Mrs. Charles F. Mayer. Describes her life and family at Byrnham Wood in Clark County near Winchester, Missouri. Includes correspondence from various members of the family in Baltimore, Maryland. The letters contain many sidelights on the state of development in that day, mention well-known characters, and show the facilities for transportation between the Atlantic seaboard and St. Louis. The latest...
Dates:
[1844] Feb 18
Letter signed Flora [Byrne], Byrnham Wood, to My dear Eliza [Mrs. Charles F. Mayer, Franklin Street, Baltimore, Maryland]. Regarding plans for Aunt Flora’s visit. If she would feel easier by staying with you until fall she could come then. Edmond is too devoted to his farm to think of becoming a politician. However, he has joined the Free Masons and so is separated from me in a measure by having a secret. Sister has abandoned her convent life and we have offered her five acres of land close to us. She and Aunt Flora could have great Irish talks. We have no a dollar and so I will get no new clothes. This is a splendid place to wear out old clothes. Annie is slow at her books but does other things that are very remarkable in a five year old. Individuals mentioned include Mrs. Gordon, Miss Betty, Edmond, Free Masons, Aunt Flora, Miss Latham, Mary, Mr. Fletcher, Millerism, Mr. Burnap, Annie, James, Sarah, Joshua Blake, Tiffany Ward & Co., Charley, Lewis, Alfred, Mr. Mayer, Eliza, and Mr. Henning. Places mentioned include Dublin. (4 pages), [1844] Mar 17
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From the Collection:
The Mayer Family Papers consist of the correspondence of Flora Byrne to Mrs. Charles F. Mayer. Describes her life and family at Byrnham Wood in Clark County near Winchester, Missouri. Includes correspondence from various members of the family in Baltimore, Maryland. The letters contain many sidelights on the state of development in that day, mention well-known characters, and show the facilities for transportation between the Atlantic seaboard and St. Louis. The latest...
Dates:
[1844] Mar 17
Letter signed Flora [Byrne], Byrnham Wood, to My dear Eliza [Mrs. Charles F. Mayer, Franklin Street, Baltimore]. Speaks again of her grief in the loss of little Lizzie. But I must not talk of it and will write you a description of the outside of our home. As yet everything is rough and unfinished but I think how you would enjoy rambling over these hills. If we only had ready money we could make it handsomer than any place around Baltimore. You must not think of me as buried here. I am as contented as I ever was. Everything is very primitive but it is a delightful way to live. Please send me newspapers occasionally so that we do not get out of touch with the world. The St. Louis newspapers are merely political tracts. Individuals mentioned include Mary Mayer, Rlixs, Frank, Poor, Mary Spear, Burnaps, Mrs. Thomas, Lizzie, Mrs. Hoffman, Aunt Flora, Edmond, Margaret, and Mr. Metham. Places mentioned include St. Louis and Baltimore. (4 pages), [1844] Mar 20
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From the Collection:
The Mayer Family Papers consist of the correspondence of Flora Byrne to Mrs. Charles F. Mayer. Describes her life and family at Byrnham Wood in Clark County near Winchester, Missouri. Includes correspondence from various members of the family in Baltimore, Maryland. The letters contain many sidelights on the state of development in that day, mention well-known characters, and show the facilities for transportation between the Atlantic seaboard and St. Louis. The latest...
Dates:
[1844] Mar 20
Letter signed Flora [Byrne], Byrnham Wood, to My own dear Eliza [Mrs. Charles F. Mayer, Franklin Street, Baltimore, Maryland]. Am overjoyed at the birth of your little daughter, Eliza. She will fill the blank left me by the death of my little one. Let me know all about her. This is a healthy place. I expected quite a bit of company from St. Louis this summer but they stayed away because of a false report that our landing was under water. I am going to lose my only visitable neighbors who are moving to Hannibal. We had a dreadful freshet this afternoon and my garden is entirely destroyed. Edmond will feel deeply the destruction to his hemp crop of which he was so proud. Individuals mentioned include Edmond, Lizzie, Eliza, Aunt Flora, Mr. Elliot, Matthews, John Levering, Anne Levering, Mrs. Dr. Alexander, Annie, and Mr. Mayer. Places mentioned include Saint Louis, Hannibal, St. Francisville, Byrnham Wood, Baltimore, and New York. (4 pages), [1844] July 23
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From the Collection:
The Mayer Family Papers consist of the correspondence of Flora Byrne to Mrs. Charles F. Mayer. Describes her life and family at Byrnham Wood in Clark County near Winchester, Missouri. Includes correspondence from various members of the family in Baltimore, Maryland. The letters contain many sidelights on the state of development in that day, mention well-known characters, and show the facilities for transportation between the Atlantic seaboard and St. Louis. The latest...
Dates:
[1844] July 23
Letter signed Flora Byrne, Byrnham Wood, to My dear Eliza [Mrs. Charles F. Mayer, Franklin Street, Baltimore, Maryland c/o S.J. Fletcher near Owning’s Mills, Baltimore, Maryland]. My silence has been caused by the illness of my dear husband. He was conscious all the time and arranged all his worldly affairs. James Smith drove us to Francisville yesterday and I visited Mrs. Dr. Alexander. Both children are well and Annie looks thin from growing so fast. James has difficulty pronouncing his S. Margaret is little use to me and Mrs. Hoffman will try to get a place for her in St. Louis. Hemp is our chief source of income. Individuals mentioned include Edmond, James Smith, Aunt Flora, Mrs. Alexander, Mrs. Thomas, Annie, Jamie, Mrs. Hoffman, Margaret, Mr. Saunders, Beverly Tucker, and Mr. Mayer. (4 pages), [1844] Aug 7
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 1
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
The Mayer Family Papers consist of the correspondence of Flora Byrne to Mrs. Charles F. Mayer. Describes her life and family at Byrnham Wood in Clark County near Winchester, Missouri. Includes correspondence from various members of the family in Baltimore, Maryland. The letters contain many sidelights on the state of development in that day, mention well-known characters, and show the facilities for transportation between the Atlantic seaboard and St. Louis. The latest...
Dates:
[1844] Aug 7
Letter signed Flora Byrne, Byrnham Wood, to My dear Eliza [Mrs. Charles F. Mayer, Franklin Street, Baltimore, Maryland]. I am sorry that you did not come to see me since you were only eight days travel away. Yesterday we had a “raising.” The neighbors helped put up a corn crib but Edmond and I went to see Saunders whose negroes were sick. Everything you sent from Mrs. Norris fits beautifully. Kiss my little pet for me. I have a beautiful view from my parlor window. Individuals mentioned include Aunt Flora, Saunders, Mrs. Norris, Edward, Mr. Perkins, Biatta, and Edmond. Places mentioned include Union Town, Columbus, Mississippi, and Illinois., [1844] Sept 12
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 1
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From the Collection:
The Mayer Family Papers consist of the correspondence of Flora Byrne to Mrs. Charles F. Mayer. Describes her life and family at Byrnham Wood in Clark County near Winchester, Missouri. Includes correspondence from various members of the family in Baltimore, Maryland. The letters contain many sidelights on the state of development in that day, mention well-known characters, and show the facilities for transportation between the Atlantic seaboard and St. Louis. The latest...
Dates:
[1844] Sept 12
Letter signed Flora Byrne, Byrnham Wood, my dear Eliza [Mrs. Charles F. Mayer, Franklin Street, Baltimore, Maryland]. We are glad that Mary is coming in the Spring. Let Charley come with Mary. I have a pleasant visitor from Boston, a Miss Burgess. She is teaching a school at Tally but is going on to Vicksburg. “There is truly peace and love in our little stone house.” I am determined to introduce Mary to Judge Mullanphy of St. Louis. “He is the only person I ever saw I thought would suit her.” Annie is not pretty but very interesting and Jamie says a speech in order to get votes for governor. Individuals mentioned include Mrs. Byrne, Edmond, James Smith, Mr. Burnap, Aunt Flora, Margaret, Mrs. Hoffman, Mary, Judge Mulanphy, Bonaparte, Annie, Mr. Mayer, Jamie, Poors, Mrs. Thomas, Charley, and Miss Burgess. Places mentioned include Boston, Tally, Vicksburg, and Saint Louis. (4 pages), [1844] Nov 1
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 1
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From the Collection:
The Mayer Family Papers consist of the correspondence of Flora Byrne to Mrs. Charles F. Mayer. Describes her life and family at Byrnham Wood in Clark County near Winchester, Missouri. Includes correspondence from various members of the family in Baltimore, Maryland. The letters contain many sidelights on the state of development in that day, mention well-known characters, and show the facilities for transportation between the Atlantic seaboard and St. Louis. The latest...
Dates:
[1844] Nov 1
Letter signed Flora Caldwell, St. Louis, to [Mrs. Charles F. Mayer, Franklin Street, Baltimore]. Tells of events so far on her trip west. I do dread being left on the wharf at Gregory’s. We had a great variety aboard our boat. The weather is falling but I have some hopes of getting off this evening. Individuals mentioned include Eliza, Mr. Stockney, Mrs. Byrne, Miss Shaw, Flora, Mrs. Savage, Mr. Robert, Mrs. Colonel Johnston, Edward, Theophilas Manikin, and Mr. Mayer. Places mentioned include Simons, Howard Street, Baltimore, Warsaw, Cincinnati, Planter’s Hotel, Mississippi, Gregory’s Landing, and St. Louis. (4 pages), 1844 Nov 10
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Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
The Mayer Family Papers consist of the correspondence of Flora Byrne to Mrs. Charles F. Mayer. Describes her life and family at Byrnham Wood in Clark County near Winchester, Missouri. Includes correspondence from various members of the family in Baltimore, Maryland. The letters contain many sidelights on the state of development in that day, mention well-known characters, and show the facilities for transportation between the Atlantic seaboard and St. Louis. The latest...
Dates:
1844 Nov 10
Letter signed Flora Byrne, Byrnham Wood, to My dear Eliza [Mrs. Charles F. Mayer, Franklin Street, Baltimore, Maryland]. Mr. Saunders was delighted with his visit to Baltimore but I was disappointed at his not seeing the precious baby. My company for Christmas stayed three days. Aunt Flora seems to be longing for Baltimore. We were invited to Waterloo for New Year’s Day but Aunt Flora dreaded the cold so we remained at home. Our house seems to be the rendezvous for three counties. I certainly dislike that vile paper that Frank sends to Aunt Flora – The Native American. Describes her Christmas menu. Individuals mentioned include Frank, Eliza, Pukes, Whig, Aunt Flora, Poors, Mrs. Wilson, Mr. Mayer, Edmond, and Mr. Saunders. (4 pages), [1845] Jan 14
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Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
The Mayer Family Papers consist of the correspondence of Flora Byrne to Mrs. Charles F. Mayer. Describes her life and family at Byrnham Wood in Clark County near Winchester, Missouri. Includes correspondence from various members of the family in Baltimore, Maryland. The letters contain many sidelights on the state of development in that day, mention well-known characters, and show the facilities for transportation between the Atlantic seaboard and St. Louis. The latest...
Dates:
[1845] Jan 14
Letter signed Flora Caldwell, Byrnham Wood, to My own dear Eliza [Mrs. Mayer, Franklin Street, Baltimore]. Speaks of deaths of various old friends and neighbors. How I will miss them! There is now no one with whom I can talk over old times. My anxiety for Edward is great. Let me know all you can about him or his concerns. Everyone is so kind to me here. Flora’s health is better than I expected to find it. Dr. Byrne was busy all winter seeing his rails cut and fencing put up. I hear the house is the only good one in Clark County. Tells of party and storm which last for four days. Individuals mentioned include Mrs. Wilson, Mrs. Thomas, Mrs. Clark, Cousin John, Mrs. Chambers, Dr. Alexander, Flora, Mr. Sanders, Eliza, Annie, Caldwell, Miss Jackson, Miss Bond, Edward, Frank, Charley, Alfred, Lewes, Mr. Merre?, James, Dr. Byrne, Miss Wright, Mrs. Mosier, and Mayer. Places mentioned include Baltimore, Maryland, and Clark County. (4 pages), 1845 Jan 24
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 2
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
The Mayer Family Papers consist of the correspondence of Flora Byrne to Mrs. Charles F. Mayer. Describes her life and family at Byrnham Wood in Clark County near Winchester, Missouri. Includes correspondence from various members of the family in Baltimore, Maryland. The letters contain many sidelights on the state of development in that day, mention well-known characters, and show the facilities for transportation between the Atlantic seaboard and St. Louis. The latest...
Dates:
1845 Jan 24