Pitcairn, Gertrude (Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn) (1855-1898)
Person
Dates
- Existence: 1855-04-21 - 1898-03-27
Found in 129 Collections and/or Records:
Letter from Dr. George R. Starkey to Caira Skelton Starkey, 1876-01-19
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Identifier: Sub-Series 1
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Handwritten letter from Dr. George R. Starkey in Washington, D. C. to his wife, Caira Skelton Starkey. “G. R. Starkey, M. D.” letterhead.Contents:
-Starkey will continue sending Caira’s letters to the Institution- doubtful she will be released now that she has a cold
-how are “the Wallace Streeters”? has Aunt Marse recovered?
-Starkey will visit them all again in a week
-will the “Insanatarums” refuse Caira reprieve until Starkey visits again?
-did Caira read Judge Kelly’s...
Dates:
1876-01-19
Letter from Dr. George R. Starkey to Caira Skelton Starkey, 1876-01-23
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Identifier: Sub-Series 1
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Handwritten letter from Dr. George R. Starkey in Washington, D. C. to his wife, Caira Skelton Starkey. Embossed seal with the word “Extra” in the center pressed into the upper left corner of the first page.Contents:
-Caira returned home to Vineland, possibly with pericarditis
-letter from Auntie P. to Starkey; appreciated Caira’s visit
-Starkey went to Church; enjoyed service, left with several others before pastor’s weak discourse
-discussion of Peace & Innocence as...
Dates:
1876-01-23
Letter from Dr. George R. Starkey to Caira Skelton Starkey, 1876-02-02
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Identifier: Sub-Series 1
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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 Dr. George R. Starkey to Caira Skelton Starkey, 1876-02-15
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Identifier: Sub-Series 1
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Handwritten postal card from Dr. George R. Starkey in Washington, D. C. to his wife, Caira Skelton Starkey in Vineland, N.J.
Contents:
-Caira’s & Gertrude’s letters gratefully received
-poor weather, many patients, bad circumstances to be a Dr.
-glad no one at home is really sick
-Starkey feeling better
-has complimentary ticket to opera
Names mentioned: Gertrude (Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn)
Dates:
1876-02-15
Letter from Dr. George R. Starkey to Caira Skelton Starkey, 1876-02-22
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Identifier: Sub-Series 1
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Handwritten postal card from Dr. George R. Starkey in Washington, D. C. to his wife, Caira Skelton Starkey in Vineland, N.J. Contents:
-letters & postal received from Caira, George, & Gertrude
-will attend President’s reception with Miss Preston & other lady
-recovered from cold
-did Caira receive Starkey’s letter on Saturday?
-letter from Mrs. Otis, who went to Califor (California?); sends love, Blanch has gone homeNames mentioned: George (George G....
Dates:
1876-02-22
Letter from Dr. George R. Starkey to Caira Skelton Starkey, 1876-03-02
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Identifier: Sub-Series 1
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Handwritten postal card from Dr. George R. Starkey in Washington, D. C. to his wife, Caira Skelton Starkey in Vineland, N.J. Contents:
-postal from Dan; Gertrude went home today
-Starkey letter to Dan; if Dan comes to Washington, “she” (?) may not be identified with the business or act as assistant
-Secretary Belknap’s resignation; gloom in Washington
-how sweeps the new broom? Names mentioned: Dan (Daniel Taber Starkey?), Gertrude (Gerturde Starkey Pitcairn),...
Dates:
1876-03-02
Letter from Dr. George R. Starkey to Caira Skelton Starkey, 1876-11-03
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Identifier: Sub-Series 1
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Handwritten postal card from Dr. George R. Starkey in Washington, D. C. to his wife, Caira Skelton Starkey in Vineland, N.J. Dated “Nov 3,” no year. Filed under 1876. From context, 1875 may be more likely.Contents:
-did Gertrude go to Philadelphia today?
-rain in Washington
-will write letter & send medicine tomorrow
-Horace “getting to be himself” (i.e. recovering?)
-how is Mrs. P.?
-hope children are well & able to study Names mentioned: Gertrude (Gertrude...
Dates:
1876-11-03
Letter from Dr. George R. Starkey to Caira Skelton Starkey, 1876-11-21
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Identifier: Sub-Series 1
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Handwritten postal card from Dr. George R. Starkey in Washington, D. C. to his wife, Caira Skelton Starkey in Vineland, N.J. Dated “Nov 21,” no year. Filed under 1876. From context, 1875 may be more likely.Contents:
-3 letters sent home, 1 with enclosed P.O. order, all unanswered
-long letters written to Pauline & Gertrude
-went to Church this morning, spent rest of time writing & reading
-glad Preston met Dr. T.
-hopes Caira & “chicks” are well, Starkey feeling...
Dates:
1876-11-21
Letter from Dr. George R. Starkey to Caira Skelton Starkey, 1876-01-09
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Identifier: Sub-Series 1
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Handwritten letter from Dr. George R. Starkey in Washington, D. C. to his wife, Caira Skelton Starkey. “G. R. Starkey, M. D.” letterhead. Contents:
-Caira stuck in Institution for another week by “Board of Insane Directors”
-Gertrude will forward Starkey’s previous letter from Vineland; portion of letter intended for Pauline; Caira should read, add her thoughts, and send
-Starkey experiencing severe temptation combat following Communion service last Sunday
-Mrs. Bluxome died...
Dates:
1876-01-09
Letter from Dr. George R. Starkey to Caira Skelton Starkey, 1876-02-20
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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:
-Caira’s letter received; family’s health improved, found servant girl who is not Irish Catholic
-Starkey may visit Vineland again this week
-complimentary opera & theater tickets, shared with Dr. & Mrs. Hatch, Driver, & West
-attended opera 4 nights and theater 1 night during last week
-Miss Preston arrived; delighted...
Dates:
1876-02-20