Scope and Content The collection consists of correspondence of Albert George Fischer and Georgena Hendy during their courtship, engagement, and marriage from 1890 to 1895. The letters dated February 9 to September 22, 1890, were written during the couple’s courtship and engagement and describe Georgena’s life in St Louis and Albert’s life in Springfield, Missouri. The letters dated June 1-24, 1892, were written from Albert to Georgena while Georgena and their daughter Leona were staying with his sister Carrie...

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The collection includes ten sketches of St. Louis residences by George Fehl III; a few pieces of stationery of the George Fehl Blue Ribbon Cigar Company; promotional booklets, programs, and handbills for theatrical performances; and a city of St. Louis automobile license issued to Lavina Fehl in 1931.