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Phelps, Winthrop H., Rev. to Phelps, Lucy F. Robinson, 1865 Aug 2 - 1865 Aug 15

Folder 100

 File — Folder: 100
Identifier: Folder 100

Scope and Contents

4 letters, in the first letter Winthrop talks about how much he wants to see Lucy and wants to go home, sending money home for soldiers, and looking for Winthrop E.’s lost carpet bag. In the second letter, he talks about things going on in camp, food he eats, his health, his love and relationship with his wife, and money matters. In the third letter, Winthrop tells Lucy that the order has come that will allow him to go home. In the fourth letter Winthrop discusses the weather, Winthrop E. using the horse improperly, and instructions for Lucy at home.

Dates

  • created: 1865 Aug 2 - 1865 Aug 15

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

The collection is open for research.

Extent

From the Collection: 7.00 boxes

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the Litchfield Historical Society Repository

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