Gray Letters 1860 02 27

Letter

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Museum of History Benicia

The image shows a handwritten letter dated February 27, 1860, addressed to "My Dear Son" from his mother expressing gratitude for the son's safe return home despite many lives lost at sea, and relief that business matters are well, hoping for increased business success. Joanna conveys happiness about the recipient's good health, acknowledging it as one of the greatest blessings and expressing a wish for its continuation. The letter is written in elegant cursive handwriting.

The image shows a handwritten letter dated February 27, 1860, addressed to "My Dear Son" from his mother expressing gratitude for the son's safe return home despite many lives lost at sea, and relief that business matters are well, hoping for increased business success. Joanna conveys happiness about the recipient's good health, acknowledging it as one of the greatest blessings and expressing a wish for its continuation. The letter is written in elegant cursive handwriting.

Name/Title

Gray Letters 1860 02 27

Entry/Object ID

2024.10.1.89

Description

This is a letter to Samuel and Lucy Gray in Benicia from his mother, Joanna Gray Evans, dated 02/27/1860. Joanna writes about Samuel's siblings and how she is glad that he made it home safely. She shares other family news.

Collection

Benicia Historical Museum Collection

Letter Details

Letter Date

Feb 27, 1860