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J.R. Compton, at Washington, D.C., letter to Anna M. Young at Rock Hall, Maryland, 1840 January 11

 Item — Box: 01, Folder: 04

Scope and content note

Sent care of Dr. Thomas Willson. Letter talks of the family news and Holidays including a party with two extravagant carriages, Mr. Young’s new bride and purchases they have made, also mentions Anna’s uncle’s previous infatuation with a French girl. Includes transcript.

Dates

  • Creation: 1840 January 11

Access restrictions

Collection is open for research.

Extent

From the Collection: 3 Cubic Feet (6 boxes)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the Washington College Archives & Special Collections Repository

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