Name/Title
Letter to Miss Rosa Estes, 1875Entry/Object ID
2024.2.429ABScope and Content
Two envelopes: the upper one contains a letter addressed to Miss Rosa Estes. The lower envelope is empty, but addressed to Miss Rosella Estes.Context
A.
The image shows an aged envelope addressed to "Miss Rosa Estes" in St. Joseph, Missouri. It features a postmark with a partially legible date and the state abbreviation, "MO," indicating it was processed through the postal system. A two-cent stamp, although partially obscured by a black ink smudge, is affixed in the top right corner, adding to its vintage appearance.
The handwritten letter dated July 21, 1873, from St. Joseph, Missouri. The letter is addressed to "Miss Rosa Estes" and begins with "Dear Sister." The writer expresses a desire to hear from the recipient often and mentions the current time being 10 o'clock, with plans to have dinner at twelve. The writer indicates an intention to write more later and shares that they are planning to go to town this evening, but time constraints are a concern as they are busy preparing beforehand. The writer invites Rosa to join for church the following Sunday morning and expresses eagerness for her visit, sending regards to the family members mentioned, such as "Mrs. Elliott" and "Maggie."
The letter goes on to discuss several personal updates, including that Rosa Mattie sends photographs resembling her. The writer mentions a request to send their own photograph, noting the intention to keep the others for sentimental reasons. There is also a mention of receiving a letter from a friend named Peyton, who is learning the printings trade, and news about Abe Keekman marrying on the 9th of June. The letter inquires if anyone else has married yet and mentions someone being in Texas for business, though its nature is unclear. Finally, it updates on Mattie and Sallie are working in the garden, with a brief not about gardening work, concluding with Your loving sister, Marg
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Nomenclature 4.0
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LetterNomenclature Secondary Object Term
EnvelopeNomenclature Primary Object Term
CorrespondenceNomenclature Primary Object Term
Container, DocumentNomenclature Sub-Class
Other DocumentsNomenclature Sub-Class
Writing AccessoriesNomenclature Class
Documentary ObjectsNomenclature Class
Written Communication T&ENomenclature Category
Category 08: Communication ObjectsNomenclature Category
Category 06: Tools & Equipment for CommunicationDimensions
Dimension Notes
5" X 8"Dimension Notes
3" X 5"
