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 anticipates moving home from Washington -sorry to leave doctrinal class so soon -idea of the Lord as a man, ways He provides the Word to men -hopes Caira won’t become exhausted with effort of sewing -inquiries about Paul- fitting back in with the family? homesick for Woodside? -wishes they would plant peanuts- tired of...

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 improved health, despite still not having a servant -concern over Pauline’s relationship to man named “White” in California; perhaps a drunkard -summary of Starkey’s letter to Pauline, i.e. must return home at once, unmarried -thanks to Mr. Well’s for Caira’s ride into nature -Cara’s illness; must not get out of bed to get...

Scope and Contents Handwritten letter from Dr. George R. Starkey in Washington, D. C. to his wife, Caira Skelton Starkey. Contents: -missing Caira & family -Pauline’s sound doctrinal knowledge & potential influence on host family in California -Starkey took “church out-o-doors” with stroll to Oak Hill Cemetery, reread Mr. Ager’s sermon on “Laying down our life” -Mrs. Hall’s visit; did she like Vineland & Starkey house? will their families celebrate Christmas together? -Starkey will not...

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 WashingtonNames mentioned:...

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. Dated "Sunday," no month or year. Filed under 1876.Contents: -Caira’s card received; Starkey glad she is relieved of gastric troubles & enjoying home -Starkey missing family, seeing them would have improved his health, though he has recovered significantly since last week -would like to spend few days in Vineland before going to...

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. Dated "Thursday 27 1876," no month. Contents: -inquires how Caira is getting on at home after time away, whether she has Anne or any other help -“Our Children” address delivered by Starkey at Church social meeting- well received -2 children baptized at meeting -hopes for a letter from home soon -Caira’s and Gertie’s trip to city; successful...

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: -Did Gertrude go to Philadelphia? -life in Washington; Picked up Miss Preston from the depot, has 2 tickets to see Alphonse (does Caira remember seeing it?) -trip to New Jersey next week -new servant found for Starkey house yet? -hope Ned’s poultry investment is going well -enclosed medicine for Ned’s eyesNames mentioned:...

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Handwritten postal card from Dr. George R. Starkey in Washington, D. C. to his wife, Caira Skelton Starkey in Vineland, N.J.

Contents: -Caira’s improved health and potential trip to Washington -Gertrude returning home -congratulations due to “the Wallace streeters”

Names mentioned: Gertrude (Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn) Places mentioned: W. (Washington), Wallace Street

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Handwritten postal card from Dr. George R. Starkey in Washington, D. C. to his wife, Caira Skelton Starkey in Vineland, N.J.

Contents: -Starkey back in Washington -visit home to Vineland very enjoyable -glad to have left Caira in improved health

Names mentioned: Dr. (Dr. Hatch?)

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: -wind in Washington; 5 houses unroofed, Church spire damaged -invitation from Hatchs & Starkey; Caira should visit Washington for 2 weeks -Caira should have new chemise made -postal from Gertrude; Coupons misplaced -Caira should feed children well- future wellbeing depends on good nourishment Names mentioned: Dr. H....