Townsend, M. L, Philadelphia, to "Beck," Mrs. Jacob [?], West Whiteland, Chester County., 1854-10-29
File — Box: 28
Scope and Contents
Family news. Writer wrote that she had been nursing Clara who was visiting for four weeks. Clara was ill with a severe cold and cupped twice. Townsend mentioned the sudden death of Mother Townsend who was well respected for her care of the poor; her funeral was well attended. Townsend commented that she was busy with her children and hoped to continue to nurse the baby until she cut teeth.
Dates
- Creation: 1854-10-29
Conditions Governing Access
Access to the collection is unrestricted.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Gift of Thomas Hamm, 2013
Physical Description
Autograph letters signed
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