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Letter signed Flora [Byrne], Byrnham Wood, to My dear Eliza [Mrs. Charles F. Mayer, Franklin Street, Baltimore, Maryland]. The wardrobe arrived safely and the new music was very acceptable. It is the first I have had since I left Baltimore. The children and I have been paying a visit to St. Francisville to the Levering and Alexander families. The other night we had the misfortune to have one of our houses burnt down to the ground. It was occupied by Harriet and her family. The trouble here is that neighbors may see the fire but never dream it is anything but burning prairie and so we got no assistance. Annie and I are going to spend a week at Waterloo, the county seat. Please ask Frank to make a drawing for me of the bookcase between the windows in his father’s study as I want one made like it. Aunt Flora is happy except when she gets a letter from Pleasant Green. Individuals mentioned include Aunt Flora, Levering, Saunders, Harriet, Annie, Jamie, Edmond, Frank, Eliza, Lizzie, Judge Perkins, Mr. Mayer, Mary, and Mrs. Norris. Places mentioned include Baltimore, St. Francisville, Waterloo, and Pleasant Green. (4 pages), [1845] Feb 9
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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:
[1845] Feb 9
Letter signed Flora Caldwell, Byrnham Wood, to My dear and much valued friend [Mrs. Anna Wilson, Franklin Street, Baltimore, Maryland]. Regrets very much the death of Mr. Wilson. I have done what I wished. I have seen Flora and her children and they are more comfortable than I expected. If you can let Eliza know that I am well. Writes a few lines to Eliza. Individuals mentioned include Eliza, Edward, Mrs. Wilson, Frank, Miss Jackson, Miss Bond, Flora, and Mr. Wilson., 1845 Feb 10
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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:
1845 Feb 10
Letter signed Flora Caldwell, Byrnham Wood, to My dear Eliza, [Mrs. Charles F. Mayer, Franklin Street, Baltimore]. Was getting a little anxious and would like to have news of the baby, boys, etc. I have learned that Edward’s place is to be sold at auction. An epidemic has appeared here but not reached us. Flora and her children are well. She is looking forward to planting her garden. Last year she lost it by the flood. Dr. Byrne is clearing the prairie with a view to enlarging his farm. Individuals mentioned include Mr. and Mrs. Burnap, Edward, Caroline, Mr. McCollin, Eliza, Mr. Fletcher, Elizabeth Clark, Mrs. Wilson, Mrs. Chambers, Mr. Washington, Annie, James Dr. Byrne, Rolla, Mrs. Alexander, Miss Levering, Mr. Mayer, Frank, Mr. Williams, and Walton. Places mentioned include Baltimore, Missouri, Maryland, St. Francisville, Des Moines River, Mississippi, and Iowa. (4 pages), 1845 Mar 4
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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:
1845 Mar 4
Letter signed Flora Byrne, Byrnham Wood, to My dear Eliza, [Mrs. Charles F. Mayer, Franklin Street, Baltimore, Maryland]. In return for sketch of “Life in the East” I send you “Life in the West” but remember Clark County, Missouri is peg above this. This winter was uncommonly mild. Speaks of improvements she has made. Mentions sister in convent in Waterford. We have given up hope of seeing her in America. Have not been to Waterloo yet as there are so many things to keep me at home. We had a pleasant visit from Lieut. Gantt who will visit Baltimore in the spring. Individuals mentioned include Eliza, Edmond, Miss Kennedy, Aunt Flora, Col. Markle, Jamie, Billy, Alfred, Lieut. Gantt, James Wilson, Cornelia Poor, and Judge Douglass. Places mentioned include Illinois, Clark County, Missouri, Waterford, Paris, America, Waterloo, St. Francisville, Baltimore, and St. Louis. (4 pages), [1845] Mar 22
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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:
[1845] Mar 22
Letter signed Flora Caldwell, Byrnham Wood, to [Mrs. Mayer, Franklin Street, Baltimore]. I hope that the canal going to Cumberland will be an advantage to Mr. Mayer and improve his property there. Went to Waterloo with Flora and returned with James. I had the opportunity of traveling over miles of unbroken prairie. We have seen few indications of spring except that the doves are cooing in the woods. Sorry to hear of all the changes in Baltimore. Let me know about the children’s schools. We have many young gentleman visitors but we have to depend on the small towns for the ladies who are mostly Kentuckians, “but very kind in their manners.” How I would like to know the true state of Edward’s affairs. Flora is out all day gardening and she will certainly have a pretty place in time. She has given up all thoughts of going to Baltimore in ’47. You may see me before then. Individuals mentioned include Eliza, Annie, Mrs. Brantz Mayer, Mr. Harington, Mr. Mayer, Mr. Fletcher, Frank, Lieutenant Gant, Edward, Dr. Byrne, Miss Caldwell, Mr. Miller, Flora, Fanny Clark, James Wilson, Miss Jackson, Miss Bond, Mrs. Wilson, and Cath. Alexander. Places mentioned include Baltimore, Anapolis, Canal, Cumberland, Waterloo, and Ireland. (4 pages), 1845 Apr 5
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 2
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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:
1845 Apr 5
Letter signed Flora Caldwell, Byrnham Wood, to [Mrs. Mayer, Franklin Street, Baltimore]. Rode to St. Francisville yesterday with Flora. A Miss Shaw and Mrs. Merideth are coming to spend a few days with us and will share my room. The house is only one story, the upper part is unfinished. Describes the beauty of the place. I walk every morning and pick flowers and sometimes transplant roots. Would like to be remembered to her many friends. Individuals mentioned include Annie, Eliza, Flora, Frank, Mr. Mayer, Mrs. Robert, Mrs. Merideth, and Miss Shaw. Places mentioned include St. Francisville, Philadelphia, Mississippi, and St. Louis. (3 pages), 1845 May 12
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 2
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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:
1845 May 12
Letter signed Flora [Byrne], Byrnham Wood, to My dear Eliza [Mrs. Mayer, Franklin Street, Baltimore]. Very glad because of the safe return of my husband and thank you for your kindness to him. He gave pleased accounts of Baltimore but was too harassed with his business to really enjoy himself. Aunt Flora will probably go back to Baltimore in the spring. I am angry with you and Edmond says you are prejudiced against this western country. A trip here in April or May would be delightful. Your trip here would cost no more than your Frostburg expedition. Individuals mentioned include Mr. Mayer, Flora, Edmond, Frank, Judge Perkins, Ben Eskridge, Major Craven, John, Virginia Poor, Edward, Brantz, and Jamie. Places mentioned include Baltimore, St. Louis, Frostburg, and New York. (4 pages), 1845 Aug 4
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 2
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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:
1845 Aug 4
Letter signed Flora Caldwell, Byrnham Wood, to My own dear Eliza [Mrs. Mayer, Franklin Street, Baltimore]. I hope your mountain air has strengthened you. I have failed a little in my strength. I am quite in the dark regarding Edward and his prospects. Dr. Byrne is daily expecting news from Baltimore. What is favorable to him may injure another. I hope Frank does not go to the Rocky Mountains. Individuals mentioned include Dr. Byrne, Mary, Eliza, Fanny Clark, Frances, Cassel, Frank, Miss Jackson, Miss Bond, Lewis, Alfred, Mr. Mayer, Mrs. Wilson, Charley, Mr. Perkins, and Edward. Places mentioned include Baltimore and Rocky Mountains. (3 pages), 1845 Oct 19
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 2
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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:
1845 Oct 19
Letter signed Flora Byrne, Byrnham Wood, to My dear Frank [Mr. Frank B. Mayer, Franklin Street, Baltimore, Maryland]. Dr. Byrne has not been to St. Louis yet and so cannot give you any satisfactory account of companies going to the Rocky Mountains in the spring. He does not believe the trip would be hardly desirable for you. We know of a young man who joined Fremont’s expedition but who returned after 200 miles because the labor and hardships were so severe. If you desire to see Indians in their native state, come and visit us and ride up Raccoon forks, 200 miles on horseback. A friend of ours, Col. Markele says he may join you. “I shall live all winter on the hopes of seeing you in the spring. Individuals mentioned include Aunt Flora, Dr. Byrne, Col. Markele, Wade Monday, Edward, and Col. Fremont. Places mentioned include St. Louis, Rocky Mountains, Independence, Raccoon forks, and St. Peters. (4 pages), 1845 Nov 2
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 2
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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:
1845 Nov 2
Letter signed Flora Caldwell, Byrnham Wood, to [Mrs. Mayer, Franklin Street, Baltimore]. I was greatly shocked at the news of the death of Mrs. B. Mayer. Your taking the infant was a correct choice. “The charge I know will be a great one.” Thanks her for news of various neighbors and friends. Fire here in the woods is thing of terror and dismay. Mrs. Kyle and her son were burned during a storm last week. Flora teaches her children two hours every day. Individuals mentioned include Mrs. B. Mayer, Charles, Mrs. Ellicott, Miss Jackson, Miss Bond, Mrs. Wilson, Clarks, Henrietta Furnace, Mary, Edward, Henry, Mrs. McCulloh, Mr Burnap, Flora, Judge Perkins, Alfred, Frank, Mrs. Kyle, and Mrs. Amos Kindal. (4 pages) [Typed copy included], 1845 Nov 22
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 Nov 22