Name/Title
Nathan Smith marriage proposal letter to Mary DenisonEntry/Object ID
2020.218Scope and Content
Letter written by Nathan Smith to Mrs. Mary Denison, expressing his interest in proposing to her daughter, Polly (Mary). Original letter written May 11, 1786.
"Madam,
As my intentions are honorable I hope it will be a sufficient excuse for the liberty I have taken in paying my addresses to your amiable Daughters and as my views are founded upon the strictest principles of honor and justice; so I wish for them to meet with your approbation. I have the honor to be with respect and esteem your most obedient and very humble servant - Nathan Smith."Collection
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