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Lincoln, Jeanie Gould, 1880

 File — Box: 33, Folder: 144

Scope and Contents

Folder includes two photos of Mrs. Jeanie Gould Lincoln. Glued onto the back of one photo is a newspaper clipping about her daughters christening, also the day of their fifth anniversary. Flowers and gifts were sent such as silver and carved wooden ornaments. A brief description of the ladies costumes, mostly velvet, lace, silk and satin draped with tulle. Among the guests were General Sherman, ex-Sectary and Mrs. Blaine, Mr. and Mrs. Dr. Johnson. The article also mentions the serving of caudle, a traditional beverage for christening fĂȘtes.

Dates

  • created: 1880

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open for research.

Extent

From the Collection: 45 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the Litchfield Historical Society Repository

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