Letter from Dr. George R. Starkey to Caira Skelton Starkey, 1876-01-05
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:
-Starkey informed by Gertrude that the coupon tickets were found
-discussion of letter from Pauline; she had a good Christmas with many presents but has not received a letter from home in 3 weeks
-announcement from Copenhagen; after 5 weeks of trying Washington, she will now move to Cincinnati
-honeysuckle enclosed- arrived in Pauline’s letter
-Pauline getting along with cousin Addie, says she is reverent and religious
Names mentioned: Gertrude (Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn), Pauline (Pauline Starkey Wells), Copenhagen, Addie (Adeline Tripp?), Aunty P. (Piersol), Aunt Marse, Miss Mary
Places mentioned: Cincinnati, W. (Washington)
Dates
- 1876-01-05
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