Box 21

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Forwarding copies of letters from William C. Biddle to his mother, written from France. Mentions the anti-German mania in the US in 1918 and the terrible conditions in Europe, post Armistice.

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ALS from a friend visiting Australia

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ALsS, mostly thank you notes

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ALsS from a cousin, great-granddaughter of Sarah Hunt. enclosing old letters from Sarah Hunt, 1842. On the outside of the envelope, Matilda remarks "these old letters, telling much of the family life & love of Sarah Hunt & her daughters, will not be likely to interest in the future, & can be burned unread."

Scope and Contents ALsS concern interest on investments, financial concerns. Matilda moved from Wilmington to Friends Boarding House in West Chester, Pa., in 1934. She remained a life-long member of Wilmington Monthly Meeting and supporter of anti-war efforts. Lists some of the pieces of furniture that she inherited and her wish to have proceeds of sale to Friends Service Committee. She relies on Alfred to help her sort out financial difficulties. Family concerns, money and illnesses. Undated latter explains...

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ALS with Frances's note that this was last letter she received from her aunt.