Letter from Pauline Starkey Wells to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn, 1875-06-20
Scope and Contents
Handwritten letter from Pauline “Paul” Starkey Wells in Washington, D. C. to her sister, Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn. “S” seal pressed into upper lefthand corner.
Contents:
-arrived in Washington with Mother & Father
-helped Dr. & Mrs. Hatch with chores
-visited Capitol building & went to top of dome; very impressive
-saw 2 new pictures by Moran of Yellowstone
-visited with Mrs. Sargent & Mr. Hitz
-forgot neckties; will Gertrude send them?
-Gip the dog belongs to Paxie’s sister
Names mentioned: Mrs. Hatch, Dr. Hatch, (Thomas) Moran, Mrs. Sargent, Mr. Hitz, Gip, Paxie
Places mentioned: Yellowstone, W. (Washington)
Dates
- 1875-06-20
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