Letter from Dr. George R. Starkey to Caira Skelton Starkey, 1876-03-07
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 poor health / physical suffering
-Starkey anxious about Cara but will see her soon
-Starkey’s plan to start over in Philadelphia
-Caira’s despondency vs. Starkey’s hopefulness; spiritual consequences (inviting evil spirits vs. angels), material benefits of a positive outlook
-suggestion that Caira leave the business in Starkey’s hands for one year
-Pauline ready to come home from California; Starkey will send $ soon
-Mrs. Gage has taken Caira’s “girl” (i.e. servant?)
-thanks to Geroge and Gertrude for willingness to “cut stick & run” to help Starkey
Names mentioned: Cara (Cara Starkey Glenn), Dr. T. (Tuller?), Pauline (Pauline Starkey Wells), Mrs. Gage (or Gaye?), G. (George G. Starkey), G. (Gertrude Starkey Wells)
Places mentioned: Phila. (Philadelphia), San Francisco
Dates
- 1876-03-07
Conditions Governing Access
Qualified researchers have unrestricted access to this collection
Extent
From the Collection: 15.00 Linear Feet
From the Collection: 3.00 Linear Feet
From the Collection: 25.00 Linear Feet
From the Collection: 6.00 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
English
- Health
- Pitcairn, Gertrude (Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn) (1855-1898) (Associated name)
- Travel
Repository Details
Part of the Bryn Athyn Historic District Archives at Glencairn Museum Repository