Janney, John Jr. to Janney, Samuel M., 1845-1847
Scope and Contents
Letters are from John Jr. to his father, Samuel M. The 18-year-old John discusses his education at Benjamin Hallowell's school, including which courses he is taking and how much money he needs for various expenses. Discusses staying on as a teacher in order to make some money. Mentions getting a small pox vaccination. Talks about a general happiness in Alexandria because of "the extension of the laws of Virginia over Alexandria," which had been decided by the Virginia legislature a few months before John's writing. Includes a formal copy of John's grades.
Dates
- Creation: 1845-1847
Conditions Governing Access
Collection is open for research.
Physical Facet
1 folder containing 11 items
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