Foulke, Elizabeth (Philadelphia) to McComber, Caleb (Palmyra, NY), 1814 4mo 24
File — Box: 20
Scope and Contents
Long letter to Caleb McComber, Quaker minister (d. 1851), with local news, including sudden death from typhoid of Thomas Scattergood and his funeral, attended by more than two thousand. An account of the yearly meeting, the visiting ministers, and discussion on distilling of liquor. Foulke (1758-1820) relates that she is living with the parents of Dr. Parrish in Philadelphia, helping as a housekeeper. Gift of New York Yearly Meeting, 1997
Dates
- Creation: 1814 4mo 24
Conditions Governing Access
Access to the collection is unrestricted.
Physical Description
Autograph Letter Signed
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