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A00182483 4 pages. Likely written to Maria Mott Davis. Written from Newport. Offers advice on a letter to "Mr. Ames" (likely referring to Unitarian minister Charles G. Ames, who was approached about writing a biography of Lucretia Mott), and says "I would do nothing to lose, or undervalue rather, the dignity of thy position as the oldest living child of Lucretia Mott."Subjects: Personal correspondenceRelevant locations: Newport (R.I.) ...

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2 pages. Lucretia Mott discusses plans for visitors and a wedding that many acquaintances will be attending.

Subjects: Weddings

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2 pages. Lucretia Mott mentions a Sarah who was diagnosed with an ovarian tumor and says that she has enclosed money in the letter. A short paragraph arguing against capital punishment is printed on the paper.

Subjects: Tumors; Families

Relevant locations: Boston (Mass.)

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2 pages. Lucretia Mott writes to her niece Eliza, likely Eliza Wright Osborne (1830-1911), about recent events.

Subjects: Families; Voyages and travels; Sewing

Relevant locations: Auburn (N.Y.)

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2 pages. Discusses an influenza outbreak and a recent fair, among other topics.

Subjects: Singing; Influenza; Fairs

Relevant locations: Lancaster (Pa.)

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4 pages. Discusses recent events and family/friends. There is a need for teachers at a school near Washington, D.C., but James Mott is unable to fill the position.

Subjects: Personal correspondence; Teachers

Relevant locations: Philadelphia (Pa.)