Pitcairn, Gertrude (Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn) (1855-1898)
Person
Dates
- Existence: 1855-04-21 - 1898-03-27
Found in 3 Collections and/or Records:
John & Gertrude Pitcairn Papers
Collection
Identifier: Mss.001
Scope and Contents
The John & Gertrude Pitcairn papers contain correspondence, diaries, notebooks, ledgers and memorabilia pertaining to the personal, public and business life of John and Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn. This includes correspondence regarding the Swedenborgian Church, the Academy of the New Church, Cairnwood Estate, Cairnwood Farms, the Anti-Vaccination movement, homeopathy and the iron, coal, gas, oil and railroad industry. The collection also contains a large accumulation of personal items...
Dates:
Created: 1855-1917; Other: Majority of material found in 1865-1916; Other: Date acquired: 19800101
Letter from Dr. George R. Starkey to Caira Skelton Starkey, 1876-02-02
Item
Identifier: Sub-Series 1
Scope and Contents
Handwritten letter from Dr. George R. Starkey in Washington, D. C. to his wife, Caira Skelton Starkey. “G. R. Starkey, M. D.” letterhead.Contents:
-wind in Washington; 5 houses unroofed, Church spire damaged
-invitation from Hatchs & Starkey; Caira should visit Washington for 2 weeks
-Caira should have new chemise made
-postal from Gertrude; Coupons misplaced
-Caira should feed children well- future wellbeing depends on good nourishment Names mentioned: Dr. H....
Dates:
1876-02-02
Letter from Pauline Starkey Wells to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn, 1875-08-27
Item
Identifier: Sub-Series 1
Scope and Contents
Handwritten letter from Pauline “Paul” Starkey Wells in Woodside, CA to her sister, Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn. “S” seal pressed into upper lefthand corner. Letter severely faded in places. Contents:
-doesn’t know why last letter to George was unsatisfactory
-descriptions of Antoine & Mike (unflattering)
-where is Gertie Peirce? travel plan is worthy of consideration
-eating grapes, pears, & peaches with Aunt Em
-Mr. Smith’s mare, Pet, temporarily staying on Tripp’s...
Dates:
1875-08-27