Letter from Dr. George R. Starkey to Caira Skelton Starkey, 1876-04-12
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
-information received from Pauline, Starkey will remit $175 for her travel home
-concern regarding Pauline’s forwarded letter; a marriage engagement would be regrettable
-Gertrude may expect rose bushes this week
-Halls enjoyed visit to Washington
-if not too inconvenient, Caira should take trip to Washington
Names mentioned: Pauline (Pauline Starkey Wells), George (George G. Starkey), Gertrude (Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn), “Old Prob,” the Halls, Serena (Hall)
Places mentioned: W. (Washington)
Dates
- 1876-04-12
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
- Gardening
- Marriage
- Pitcairn, Gertrude (Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn) (1855-1898) (Associated name)
- Travel
Repository Details
Part of the Bryn Athyn Historic District Archives at Glencairn Museum Repository