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Mott, Lucretia to Lord, Martha, Roadside, 1875 11mo 15

 Item — Box: 5
Identifier: A00182367

Scope and Contents

4 pages. Written from Roadside. Lucretia Mott writes about cutting and sewing both Martha Lord's and Martha Coffin Wright's carpet rags. She discusses attending the funeral of William Nicholson and she details the recent health concerns of Mary Ann Wistar Chase. She also talks about her recent visitors and shares news concerning family and friends. Partially written over a letter dated November 5, 1875 from a M. Hall to Maria Mott Davis.

Subjects: Personal correspondence; Carpets; Sewing

Relevant locations: Cheltenham (Pa.)

Dates

  • Creation: 1875 11mo 15

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Physical Facet

1 L

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