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Two letters to Frederick Wolcott in 1801, one written from Norwich and one from Litchfield, and three letters written in 1803, two from Norwich and one from Litchfield.

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Letter from Norwich with news of her visit; mentions the family dined at Mr. Howlands; would like to know how he and the children are doing in her absence; makes note of a fire at a store and a sermon given at the court house.

Scope and Contents Letter from Litchfield with local news. The town is in need of rain. Dr. Dwight is there to preach; says she has never heard a more charming speaker. She has had the Beechers and Reeves for tea; mentions sermons of Backus and Camp. Requests Frederick find their son a Morocco Jockey and a piece of linen as well as a piece of cloth to make a suit for their son. Mr. Smith has been papering and painting their East Room, would like to know if it is possible to get a proper paper for their...

Scope and Contents Notes that she had written earlier in the week but that the letter was returned to her; the children have grown fat; Mary Ann is considered to be extraordinary and Hanna is healthy, weights 16 pounds; will leave Mary Ann with her parents despite her unwillingness to part with the child; mentions the ill health of Mrs. Wolcott, presumably Elizabeth Stoughton, the wife of Oliver Wolcott, Jr.; makes plans for hiring a girl to help with the children if they could afford it; gives family news and...

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Has the opportunity to write by Mrs. Lanman; hopes to hear from him soon; notes health of the children; gives plans for returning home.

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Writes to inquire about his health and that of her daughter; Mrs. Wolcott (Elizabeth Stoughton) is still unwell; requests he purchase coffee and tea for her.