Gray Letters 1847 01 01

The image is a handwritten letter dated January 1, 1849, from Boston, describing the author's journey from Lansingburgh to Boston via Troy, mentioning travel companions and individuals encountered along the way, such as a young man and Mrs. Felton, whom the writer initially did not know had died. The letter details the author's travels to Springfield and East Cambridge, including visits to siblings and a place owned by some sisters. Despite rainy weather and poor walking conditions, the author managed to visit local acquaintances.

The image is a handwritten letter dated January 1, 1849, from Boston, describing the author's journey from Lansingburgh to Boston via Troy, mentioning travel companions and individuals encountered along the way, such as a young man and Mrs. Felton, whom the writer initially did not know had died. The letter details the author's travels to Springfield and East Cambridge, including visits to siblings and a place owned by some sisters. Despite rainy weather and poor walking conditions, the author managed to visit local acquaintances.

Name/Title

Gray Letters 1847 01 01

Entry/Object ID

2024.10.1.10

Description

This is a letter to Samuel C Gray in Baltimore from his mother, Joanna Gray, dated 01/01/1847. Joanna is in Boston visiting her brother and Samuel is still in Baltimore.

Collection

Benicia Historical Museum Collection

Letter Details

Letter Date

Jan 1, 1847