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Letter signed Flora Byrne, Byrnham Wood, to My dearest Eliza [Mrs. Charles F. Mayer, Franklin Street, Baltimore, Maryland]. I am getting nervous and anxious because I have not heard from you. Has Christmas gift for little Eliza consisting of four little egg cups belonging to General Washington. Gives history of the cups. Does Frank intend to come out in the spring? Individuals mentioned include Flora Byrne Overstreet, Frank, Henry, Charley, Aunt Flora, Brantz, General Washington, Mr. Kyle, Mrs. Kyle, Amos Kendall, Mrs. Custis, Dwyer, Jamie, Annie, Annie Smith, and Cornelia. Places mentioned include Baltimore, Washington, and Arlington. (4 pages) [Typed copy included], 1845 Dec 21

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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 Dec 21

Letter signed Flora Byrne, Byrnham Wood, to My dear Eliza [Mrs. Charles F. Mayer, Franklin Street, Baltimore, Maryland]. I feel very sorry for Brantz and he is forever in my thoughts. I hope he will teach his little girl to consider me among his true friends. In case of war with England this would be an excellent place of refuge for you and the children. Aunt Flora desires to return and I am rather hurt at this as I hoped to make this a good home for her for the rest of her days. Please send me the simplest instruction book in music as the children are very anxious to begin. Are the lands of mining company near Cumberland the ones in which you are interested? (4 pages), [1846] Jan 25

 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: [1846] Jan 25

Letter signed Flora Caldwell, Byrnham Wood, to [Mrs. Mayer, Franklin Street, Baltimore]. I grieve deeply for the son of my sister but will bear all in silence because of others. Water is too low at present to travel but in spring I am going to leave and be with Mary and the children until Edwards’s affairs are settled. I will probably leave here in April for dear Maryland. Individuals mentioned include Eliza, Edward, Mary, Mr. Mayer, Frank, Dr. Clendennen, Dr. Byrne, and Flora. Places mentioned include Maryland. (3 pages) [Typed copy included], 1846 Feb 3

 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: 1846 Feb 3

Letter signed Flora Caldwell, Byrnham Wood, to [Mrs. Mayer, Franklin Street, Baltimore]. “To escape from the grave ought to be a warning. Moderation is what is required, totally abstaining I fear can never be effected now.” Inquires after various friends and relatives. The cold short days of winter are passing away. Individuals mentioned include Eliza, Mary, Kate, Grace, Charles, Miss Bond, Mrs. Ellicott, Miss Jackson, and Mrs. Griswold. (3 pages), 1846 Feb 13

 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: 1846 Feb 13

Letter signed Flora Byrne, Byrnham Wood, to My dearest Eliza [Mrs. Charles F. Mayer, Franklin Street, Baltimore, Maryland]. My brother’s death was not unlooked for by us. I feel, however, that he is at rest and life scarcely yielded comfort enough for him, to render it desirable. The grave will bury his errors. I do grieve deeply for you, Eliza, and Mr. Mayer. My heart yields you all my sympathy. Aunt Flora leaves with Mr. Saunders about the 10th of April. She is more determined on returning since the news of Edward’s death. Most of our land is up for sale and at present it was with difficulty that we raised enough for Aunt Flora’s traveling expenses. Individuals mentioned include Eliza, Aunt Flora, Mr. Saunders, Edward, Frank, Mr. Mayer, and Henry Christian Mayer. Places mentioned include Pikesville, Baltimore, Lewis County, St. Louis, and Buffalo. (4 pages), 1846 Mar 23

 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: 1846 Mar 23

Letter signed Flora Byrne, Byrnham Wood, to My dear Eliza [Mrs. Charles F. Mayer, Franklin Street, Baltimore, Maryland]. We were anxious to hear of Elizabeth Shapler’s health. I do not think I can get to Baltimore next winter as Edmond’s arrangements may take him from home and we cannot both leave at the same time. We cannot make Aunt Flora feel at home. Annie has a friend staying with her. Individuals mentioned include Eliza, Annie, Alicia Hening, Mr. Haslett, Webster, Dr. Parkman, Mrs. Blake, Aunt Flora, Mr. Fletcher, Mr. Smont, Mrs. Mayer, Edmond, Edward, Elizabeth Shapler, and Madge. Places mentioned include Baltimore, Chester County, Pennsylvania, and Clark County, Missouri. (4 pages) [Typed copy included], [1846] Apr 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: [1846] Apr 22

Letter signed Flora Byrne, Byrnham Wood, to My dear Eliza [Mrs. Charles F. Mayer, Franklin Street, Baltimore]. I am indignant that Mr. Saunders should have left Aunt Flora to go on to Baltimore alone. I am sorry I could not make her happy here. Her heart is evidently with Edward. I have had fatigue and trouble all spring since Edmond and Col. Markle have both been sick. Write me about Mary Smith’s plans. Individuals mentioned include Edmond, Col. Markle, Aunt Flora, Annie, Jamie, Eliza, Judge Reese, Mrs. Reece, Mrs. Biggs, Mary Smith, Edward, Mr. Saunders, and Fanny Clark. Places mentioned include Baltimore, Palmyra, and Cumberland, Missouri. (4 pages), 1846 May 28

 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: 1846 May 28

Letter signed B.M. Byrne, Point Isabel, Mexico, to [Charles F. Mayer, Franklin Street, Baltimore, Maryland]. Col. Lyons who is bearing this letter will give you a full account of our battles with the Mexicans. I hope before many months to give you a verbal account. Individuals mentioned include Col. Lyons and Mrs. Mayer. Places mentioned include Washington and Baltimore. (2 pages), 1846 May 31

 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: 1846 May 31

Letter signed Flora Byrne, Byrnham Wood, to My dear Eliza [Mrs. Mayer, Franklin Street, Baltimore, Maryland]. I have been entertaining visitors from St. Louis, “who were genteel intellectual people and withal very disagreeable.” The Right Reverend Bishop Barron has also just left. He is “a perfect man of the world, polished in the extreme.” Describes the visit in detail. Summer here has been hot and dry. I wish you would come here next summer. Individuals mentioned include Eliza B. Mayer, Aunt Flora, Charley, Right Riverend Bishop Barron, Edmond, Mr. Byrne, Mrs. Byrne, Annie, Brighams, Jamie, Colonel Markle, Frank, Mary, and Mrs. Johnson. Places mentioned include New Orleans, Baltimore, La Grange, St. Louis, Ireland, Kimmidge, and Dublin. (4 pages), 1846 Sept 1

 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: 1846 Sept 1

Letter signed Flora Byrne, Byrnham Wood, to My dear Aunt Flora [Miss Caldewell, c/o Captain Joseph Tinkham, Wall Street, New York]. I have had no return of fever but continue to take the quinine. Annie is such a comfort but Jamie races about “as wild as a deer.” Edmond has just finished another well. Gives neighborhood news. Note from Flora Caldwell to Mrs. Mayer sends above letter and states she has been much worried about Flora’s health. Individuals mentioned include Annie, Jamie, Mrs. Overstreet, Mary Anne, Mrs. Martin, Biggs, Widow Bartlett, Edmond, Cousin Catharine, Mrs. Brigham, Cousin Andrew, and Flora. Places mentioned include Galena, Tally, St. Francisville, Brooklyn, New York, Newburgh, and Salisbury. (4 pages), [1846] Oct 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: [1846] Oct 24