Letter from Dr. George R. Starkey to Caira Skelton Starkey, 1876-01-23
Scope and Contents
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 presented in Heaven & Hell
-health of children? state of Gertrude’s housekeeping?
-how are Anna & Mrs. Parkhurst?
-invited by Mrs. West & Miss Driver to see Kellogg in the Talisman
-suppose the N.Y. Hatche’s will leave tomorrow
-$5 enclosed, will send more day after tomorrow
Names mentioned: Dr. T (Tuller?), Auntie P. (Piersol), Dora (Theodora Starkey Smith), George (George G. Starkey), Gertrude (Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn), Anna (Baker?), Mrs. Parkhurst, Mrs. West, Miss Driver, the Hatch’s
Placed mentioned: Vineland, Pisgah, Phila. (Philadelphia), N. Y. (New York)
Dates
- 1876-01-23
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
Repository Details
Part of the Bryn Athyn Historic District Archives at Glencairn Museum Repository
