Scope and Contents 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:...

Scope and Contents 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...

Scope and Contents 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...

Scope and Contents 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...