Gray Letters 1891 08 26

The image depicts a handwritten letter dated August 26, 1891, from Samuel Gray to Emma Garretson. The letter is composed on letterhead from the Hotel Balmoral in Montreal, featuring the hotel's name, a drawing of the building, and information about its accommodations and rates. In the letter, Samuel expresses concern over Emma's seasickness during her voyage and reports on his and Fanny’s activities since Emma's departure, including sightseeing and unexpected delays. Samuel mentions that Emma is missed, and he relays his own recent experiences, such as witnessing a storm. The letter is a personal correspondence filled with care and familial warmth against the backdrop of late 19th-century travel.