Gray Letters 1847 11 18

Letter

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Museum of History Benicia

The image features a handwritten letter dated November 18, 1847, from Joanna Gray to Lucy Wetmore on the eve of Lucy’s marriage to Joanna’s son, Samuel C. Gray. The letter is penned on light blue paper and begins with "My Dear Lucy," conveying warmth and affection. Joanna expresses her hopes for Lucy's happiness and the strength of her future alliance with her son. She assures Lucy of Samuel's love and trustworthiness, stating that if he treats her with the same affection as he does his family, she will be truly cherished. Joanna emphasizes her belief in her son's principles and expresses her wishes for Lucy's future happiness in their marriage.

The image features a handwritten letter dated November 18, 1847, from Joanna Gray to Lucy Wetmore on the eve of Lucy’s marriage to Joanna’s son, Samuel C. Gray. The letter is penned on light blue paper and begins with "My Dear Lucy," conveying warmth and affection. Joanna expresses her hopes for Lucy's happiness and the strength of her future alliance with her son. She assures Lucy of Samuel's love and trustworthiness, stating that if he treats her with the same affection as he does his family, she will be truly cherished. Joanna emphasizes her belief in her son's principles and expresses her wishes for Lucy's future happiness in their marriage.

Name/Title

Gray Letters 1847 11 18

Entry/Object ID

2024.10.1.203

Description

This is a letter to Lucy Wetmore from her future mother-in-law, Joanna Gray dated 11/18/1847. It talks of somethings that Mrs. Gray has sent to Lucy and of her upcoming wedding. She tells Lucy that her son is a man of too much principal to treat her other than affectionately.

Collection

Benicia Historical Museum Collection

Letter Details

Letter Date

Nov 18, 1847