Mott, Lucretia to ?, Philadelphia, 1855 9mo 17
Scope and Contents
4 pages. Probably to her sister Martha Coffin Wright. Discusses recent events and news concerning family and friends. References the circulation of correspondence. Attended an antislavery meeting where she heard Mary Grew's "excellent" letter to Passmore Williamson listing the resolutions that they had adopted. Describes the birth of Martha "Pattie" Mott Lord's daughter Ellen Lord De Schweinitz (1855-1897). Briefly discusses the schooling of her niece Ellen Wright, who may attend the "Darby School" (the Sharon Female Boarding School). Is visiting both Orthodox and Hicksite Friends in the hope of inducing action against Judge Kane for his conduct in Passmore Williamson's legal case. Anne Warren Weston has written to ask her to contribute an article to the Liberty Bell and also proposes having a Meeting in Weymouth.
Subjects: Lord, Martha Mott, 1828-1916; Kane, John K. (John Kintzing), 1795-1858; Williamson, Passmore; Weston, Anne Warren, 1812-1890; Women abolitionists; Antislavery movements; Childbirth; Quakers
Relevant locations: Philadelphia (Pa.)
Dates
- Creation: 1855 9mo 17
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