Deming, William to Deming, Charlotte, 1888 Mar 12
Item 2
Item — Folder: 1
Identifier: Item 2
Scope and Contents
William in Litchfield sends a letter to Charlotte in New York regarding his experiences with the Blizzard of 1888. Described are his difficulties with traveling or even crossing the street. William practiced the cello all day to the point where his fingers hurt. The house is warm thanks to the new furnace and there is plenty of “pork & taters”. Sketches are included to show Charlotte how much snow was received on March 12 and March 13th with the total being 6 1/2 feet. 2 pages plus envelope.
Dates
- created: 1888 Mar 12
Creator
- From the Collection: Quincy, Mary Perkins, 1866-1921 (Person)
- From the Collection: Rockhill, Edith Howell Perkins, 1870-1946 (Person)
- From the Collection: Deming, Julius, 1755-1838 (Person)
- From the Collection: Deming family (Family)
- From the Collection: Champion family (Family)
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is open for research.
Extent
From the Collection: 30.00 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the Litchfield Historical Society Repository
Contact:
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Litchfield CT 06759
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7 South Street
P.O. Box 385
Litchfield CT 06759
860-567-4501
860-567-3565 (Fax)
archivist@litchfieldhistoricalsociety.org