Smythe Family letter, 1849
Scope and Contents
The original document is accompanied by a transcription completed by the donor. A few portions of the letter are missing, and some words are difficult to decipher.
Dates
- 1849
Language of Materials
English
Conditions Governing Access
This collection has no restrictions. This collection is open to the public. Library policy on photography and photocopying will apply. Advance notice may be required. Apply in the Heritage Room for access. The exception is the Order of the Eastern Star collection, the directories included in which list the personal addresses and phone numbers of members. These directories are not available to the public.
Biographical / Historical
Besides the recipient of the letter, Jane Victoria Smythe, the mother of the author, Sarah H. Smythe, other family members mentioned in the letter are: “Uncle Thomas,” “Aunt Mary,” “Frank,” “Mrs. Rowling,” “Uncle Willis” or “William,” “Aunt Susan,” “Father,” “Amanda,” “Col. Billips,” “Taylor,” “Cousin Bennie” or “Bessie,” “Sam,” “Col. Cumming” and “Julian Cumming,” “Roland,” “Jane McKean,” “Aunt Aggie,” “Cousin Lianna,” “Grandma,” “Sister Ina,” and “Dianna.”
Extent
.032 Linear Feet (One of thirteen folders in a full legal document box)
Overview
Letter from Sarah H. Smythe of Athens, Georgia, sent to Jane Victoria Smythe, her mother, of Augusta, Georgia.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
James R. Darnell
Physical Description
Poor
Repository Details
Part of the Heritage Room, Athens-Clarke County Library Repository
2025 Baxter Street
Athens GA 30606