Mott, Lucretia to Wright, Martha, Philadelphia, 1855 9mo 7
Scope and Contents
2 pages. Discusses recent events and news concerning family and friends. Mentions the circulation of correspondence. Mentions the imminent return of Ellis Yarnall, the legal case of Passmore Williamson, and the death and funeral of Lucretia's sister-in-law Elizabeth M. Mott (1804-1855). Is forwarding the prospectus for the "Darby School" (the Sharon Female Boarding School), where her niece Ellen Wright may attend. Discusses Lucy Stone, who wrote a letter to James Mott praising Martha Coffin Wright's service as President of the Convention in Saratoga.
Subjects: Williamson, Passmore; Stone, Lucy, 1818-1893; Wright, Martha Coffin, 1806-1875; Congresses and conventions; Personal correspondence
Relevant locations: Philadelphia (Pa.)
Dates
- Creation: 1855 9mo 7
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