Pitcairn, Gertrude (Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn) (1855-1898)
Person
Dates
- Existence: 1855-04-21 - 1898-03-27
Found in 144 Collections and/or Records:
Letter from Hannah (surname unknown) to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn, 1877-06-19
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Identifier: Sub-Series 1
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Handwritten letter from Hannah (surname unknown) in Newtonville to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn. 2 pages, double-sided. Seal pressed into upper lefthand corner. Contents:
-family news: Mother gone to Boston, baby is sweet, Wilfred devoted to baby
-Mrs. Pulsifer’s upcoming annual party; Fred will drive them if the weather is nice
-Gertrude’s new stance regarding works of Swedenborg; does she believe they are on par with the Bible? Hannah disagrees; Swedenborg wrote truth, but works...
Dates:
1877-06-19
Letter from J. P. Worrell to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn, 1873-12-19
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Identifier: Sub-Series 1
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Letter from J. P. Worrell in Terre Houte, Indiana to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn.
Worrel writes to Gertrude for reassurance that he was not too forward in asking permission to write to her during his last visit. Although his motives are worthy, he was hesitant to ask for fear that he might be rebuked or bring her embarrassment. He writes, “No encouragement had been received to lead me to hope that you could feel any interest in me, and I acted solely from a desire to know if possible better a...
Dates:
1873-12-19
Letter from Mary A. Burnham to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn, 1878-04-27
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Identifier: Sub-Series 1
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Handwritten letter from M. A. Burnham in Lancaster to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn. 1 page, double-sided.
Contents:
-thanks for forwarding Mr. Pitcairn’s letter
-Gertrude enjoying Miss Hogan’s letters
-19th of June
-Gertrude’s birthday
Names mentioned: Mr. Pitcairn (John Pitcairn Jr.?), Miss Mogan (Maria Hogan?), the Doctor (Dr. N. C. Burnham)
Dates:
1878-04-27
Letter from Mary A. Burnham to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn, 1878-07-05
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Identifier: Sub-Series 1
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Handwritten letter from Mary A. Burnham in Lancaster to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn. “Academy of the New Church: Adventus Domini” letterhead. 1 page, double-sided.Contents:
-when will Gertrude visit? welcome anytime
-well tell Gertrude about visit with Pittsburgh “Saintesses” Maria & Mary when she visits
-Gertrude’s father may soon expect a patient on M. A. Burnham’s recommendation Names mentioned: Walter C. (Childs), Maria & Mary (Hogan?)
Places mentioned:...
Dates:
1878-07-05
Letter from Mary A. Burnham to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn, 1878-07-17
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Identifier: Sub-Series 1
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Handwritten letter from M. A. Burnham in Lancaster to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn. “Academy of the New Church: Adventus Domini” letterhead. 2 pages, double-sided.Contents:
-disappointed Gertrude won’t be visiting Burnhams; happy she has opportunity to visit Pittsburgh
-prospect of being together next winter; looks forward to reading & discussing truths of the Church
-Dr. (N. C. Burnham) suffering from rheumatic troubles & back pain; sends love & says he will soon send...
Dates:
1878-07-17
Letter from Mary A. Burnham to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn, 1878-08-30
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Identifier: Sub-Series 1
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Handwritten letter from Mary A. Burnham in Lancaster to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn. “Academy of the New Church: Adventus Domini” letterhead. 1 page, double-sided.Contents:
-Gertrude’s letter received
-Burnham’s short stay in Phila; hoping to find rooms on Girard St.; will meet Gertrude at her father’s office; lunch & long talk
-Maria (Hogan) will make Gertrude another visit
-sorry to hear of Gertrude’s illness; hopefully cold weather will help
-Dr. is well & sends love...
Dates:
1878-08-30
Letter from Mary A. Burnham to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn, 1878-12-08
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Identifier: Sub-Series 1
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Handwritten letter from Mary A. Burnham in Shadyside, Pittsburgh, PA to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn. 1 page, double-sided.Contents:
-Burnham’s busy visit with Church friends in Pittsburgh; has not yet had alone time to speak with Maria; happy in Maggie’s company day & night
-hoping to hear from home today; if all is well with the Doctor, will go to Chicago; boys would like to go, but can’t depart until after Janet’s betrothal Names mentioned: Maria (Hogan), Maggie...
Dates:
1878-12-08
Letter from Pauline Starkey Wells to Dr. George R. Starkey, 1876-03-31
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Identifier: Sub-Series 1
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Handwritten letter from Pauline "Paul" Starkey Wells in Woodside, CA to her father, Dr. George R. Starkey.Contents:
-possibility of traveling east with Miss Chapin; she can leave as early as 3 days or can wait up to 2 months; Aunt Em suggests sharing a room to save money
-rumor of discounted tickets for Centennial celebration; Starkey should inquire about this in Washington
-Centennial pictures arrived in good condition
-letter received from GertieNames mentioned:...
Dates:
1876-03-31
Letter from Pauline Starkey Wells to Edward "Ned" Starkey, 1875-07-11
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Identifier: Sub-Series 1
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Handwritten letter from Pauline “Paul” Starkey Wells in Woodside, CA to her brother, Edward “Ned” Starkey. “S” seal pressed into upper lefthand corner.
Paul thinks Ned would enjoy California and wishes he could be there with her. All the animals on the ranch respond to their names, and the dogs, cats, and chickens all eat out of the same dish without any fuss. They have not gone horseback riding yet because Addie has had a sore throat and Paul doesn’t have a riding skirt. However Addie is...
Dates:
1875-07-11
Letter from Pauline Starkey Wells to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn, 1875-09-25
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Identifier: Sub-Series 1
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Handwritten letter from Pauline “Paul” Starkey Wells in Woodside, CA to her sister, Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn.
Paul has not been able to practice much because the house walls are very thin, and the noise would annoy people. She reports that Albert (Green) has not made any romantic attempts because he feels he is far below her station. She likes him, but thinks it “would be simply impossible to love him.” She is glad Gertrude doesn’t care for Horace, though she would like to have him as a...
Dates:
1875-09-25