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Letter signed Flora [Byrne], Byrnham Wood, to [Mrs. Charles F. Mayer, Franklin Street, Baltimore, Maryland]. “I see no prospect of ever repassing those mountains which now separate me from dear Baltimore! Annie had a little party just before Christmas and the children’s manners “would not disgrace a juvenile party in Baltimore.” If the weather is favorable we will take Annie to Palmyra this month to go to school. A brick church is being built in Winchester. “There is less bigotry here than in the East.” Would like a small organ for the church. Will “any of you good church people assist your Western brethren in their efforts…?” What is doing in the literary world? “I am getting unutterable, indescribably rusty and musty.” Individuals mentioned include Annie, Charley, Jamie, Miss Lane, Mrs. Barr, Edmond, Fletcher, Mary Smith, and Edward. Places mentioned include Baltimore, Palmyra, Virginia, and Winchester. (4 pages), 1847 Jan 4
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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:
1847 Jan 4
Letter signed Flora Byrne, Byrnham Wood, to My dear Eliza, [Mrs. Mayer, Baltimore, Maryland]. I am very anxious about the children and Edmond. I have to be cheerful in front of Father. I must not be afraid because Jamie is looking thin. I forgot to pay you and Susan what I owed you. Has been reading quite a lot. Individuals mentioned include Father, Edmond, Jamie, Annie, Aunt Flora, Nora, Henderson, Mr. Mayer, Susan Mayer, Garnett Howell, Mrs. Benson, Mother, Mrs. Morrison, Poors, and Burnaps. (4 pages), [1847] Apr 7
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:
[1847] Apr 7
Letter signed Flora C. Byrne, Byrnham Wood, to My dearest Eliza [Mayer]. We are delighted with Frank’s success. Edmond, however, leans much to Charley and would like to do something for him out here if you were not so opposed to the West. Glad you approve of my plan for school this winter. Four are as many as I wish to have but I hardly think I will get them. Tells of trip to Quincy, Illinois. Describes Quincy. You must not let Aunt Flora buy us anything more. She will use up all her little means. We want nothing because we will live so retired this winter. Edmond went to chapel with priest who is staying with us. I like Mr. Byrne very much and he went with me to Jamie’s grave and spoke consolingly to me. Nor does he try to convert me which would be in vain. I am very pleased with our new church. Individuals mentioned include John Anna, Edmond, Mr. Mayer, Aunt Flora, Poors, Frank, Charley, Annie, Captain Artus, Charles Levering, Eliza, Father Byrne, Jamie, Margaret Watson, and Mrs. Byrne. Places mentioned include Quincy, Illinois, Alexandria, Hannibal, Charles St., Market, Lombard, and West. (4 pages), [1847] Aug 22
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:
[1847] Aug 22
Letter signed Flora Byrne, Byrnham Wood, to [Mrs. Charles F. Mayer, Franklin Street, Baltimore, Maryland]. I began with one scholar on October 15th. I watch Annie closely so that she does not fall into errors of manner and speech herself. Archbishop Kendrick has been staying with us for four days. “He is a man of great talent and learning, and pleasant in his manners, though I do not think him quite as much a man of the world as Bishop Barron.” No house around here is as comfortable as ours and strangers are generally brought here. Individuals mentioned include Aunt Flora, Frank, Mr. Haslett, Mr. Mayer, Margaret Watson, Annie, Edmond, Archbishop Kendrick, and Bishop Barron. Places mentioned include Alexandria, Philadelphia, and St. Louis. (3 pages), [1847] Nov 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:
[1847] Nov 3
Letter signed Flora Byrne, Byrnham Wood, to My dear Eliza [Mrs. Charles F. Mayer, Franklin Street, Baltimore]. Describes her daughter Annie. Our Christmas was very sad. We have been busy gathering our enormous crop of corn. We have a new machine which does in three hours what formerly required four days. The telegraph is now at St. Louis. Gives news of various friends and relatives. Individuals mentioned include Aunt Flora, Mr. Williams, Mr. P., Cornelia, Annie, Dr. Alexander, and Mr. Saunders. Places mentioned include Palmyra, Baltimore, and St. Louis. (4 pages), 1848 Jan 13
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 3
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:
1848 Jan 13
Letter signed Flora Byrne, Byrnham Wood, to My dear Frank [Master Frank Mayer, Franklin Street, Baltimore, Maryland]. I have just returned from a trip to St. Louis on the steamer. The Planter’s House was quite as stylish as ever. I had no idea I was so well remembered there. “Even the officers and their wives from Jefferson Barracks twelve miles distant came to visit and write.” Some Indian chiefs from the Sac tribe were there. Note to Aunt Flora requests her to get Mrs. Norris to ink her pattern on a newspaper and send it. Individuals mentioned include Mrs. Norris, Healeyside, Frank, Aunt Flora, Mr. Elliot, and Edmond. Places mentioned include Baltimore, Keokuk, St. Louis, Planter’s House, “Mound City,” and Jefferson Barracks. (4 pages), [1848] May 12
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 3
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:
[1848] May 12
Letter signed Flora Byrne, Byrnham Wood, to My dearest Eliza [Mrs. Charles F. Mayer, Franklin Street, Baltimore, Maryland]. I am glad that Frank is recovering. When he is strong I hope he will come to us. Annie and I are going to take a trip down the river to Hannibal and Palmyra. She hopes to bring two friends back with her and I have promised her a dinner party. “All my joy is centered now in her.” What new books are out? I have just finished Jane Eyre. Thank Mr. Mayer for sending paper with copy of his speech. Individuals mentioned include Annie, Aunt Flora, Mrs. Norris, Dombey & Son, Jane Eyre, Mr. Mayer, Lamartine, Frank, Edmond, Dr. Buckler, Lucy, Mary Hieskill, Victoria Davis, Mary Eskridge, Mrs. Ellis, and Betty. Places mentioned include Monument Square, Hannibal, and Palmyra. (4 pages) [Typed copy included], [1848] May 30
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 3
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:
[1848] May 30
Letter signed Flora Byrne, St. Louis, to My dear Eliza [Mayer]. Aunt Flora was twenty days in coming “a thing almost unheard of in this time of rapid traveling.” Tell Mr. Mayer to forget all “Utopian schemes of farming.” No gentleman can succeed unless he is willing to hold the plough. Aunt Flora talks of taking coaches to San Francisco to see Billy Saunders. Am delighted with your Christmas gifts. Individuals mentioned include Eliza, Annie, Aunt Flora, Frank, Charley, Mr. Mayer, Billy Saunders, and Dinah Postlewaite. Places mentioned include San Francisco and Sandwich Islands. (4 pages), [1851] Dec 19
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 3
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:
[1851] Dec 19
Letter signed Flora Byrne, St. Louis, to My dear Eliza [Mrs. Mayer, Franklin Street, Baltimore]. Thanks her for beautiful dresses sent by Mrs. Fletcher. Annie is languid, weak and nervous and I may have to bring her on to the East and let her breathe mountain air. “Aunt Flora seems to be so indignant at our belief in the spiritual rappings.” Describes messages from her mother and son, Jamie. Note on May 6 says cannot come East because of note enclosed as given by her brother in spirit world. Individuals mentioned include Davidson, Annie, Mary Spear, Mr. Fletcher, Aunt Flora, Edmond, Jamie, Mother, Mrs. Hoffman, Mrs. Brigham, Captain Ford, and Catharine. Places mentioned include Connecticut and New York. (5 pages), 1852 May 5
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 4
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:
1852 May 5
Letter signed Flora Byrne, Saint Louis, to [Mrs. Charles F. Mayer]. I am glad you are going to visit Newport. Annie is well since her return from the country. Edmond takes us for a drive every evening in his new buggy. I will not write any more about the spiritual movements here if it distresses you. Describes instance which occurred at Mrs. Bennett’s. Professor McDowell acknowledges that it is not electricity nor magnetism and Uriel Wright, one of our best lawyers, is a firm believer. Individuals mentioned include Mrs. Rhodes, Annie, Edmond, Aunt Flora, Mrs. Bennett, Miss Benton, Thomas Hart Benton, Miss Nannie Barrett, Captain Sykes, Helen [Bennett], Arabs, Professor McDowell, Uriel Wright, Judge Hamilton, Mr. Mayer, Mr. Talbott, Mr. Elliott, Mrs. Elliott, and Mary. Places mentioned include Egypt, St. Louis, and Newport. (4 pages) [Typed copy included], [1852] July 17
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 4
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:
[1852] July 17