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[Letter from J. W. Bounds to Charles B. Moore, February 22, 1900]
This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written to Charles B. Moore from J. W. Bounds. In this letter, Bounds informs Moore of the goings-on in Nashville, TN. The news includes: a discussion about Washington's birthday, details about his Christmas vacations and Lila Franklin, a dialogue about the smallpox outbreak in his area, details not to tell his parents about his close encounter with smallpox, a discussion about graduating, and a weather update. He closes the letter by sending his regard to all of the Moore family. The envelope is included with the letter.
[Letter from J. W. Douglass to Claude D. White, March 1, 1909]
This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by J. W. Douglass and is addressed to Claude D. White. In this letter, Douglass discusses the well-being of his family and himself, details a heinous murder in his area, and notes he has received a correspondence from George Kendal. He apologizes to Claude for not replying to his postal card earlier due to a prolonged illness. He closes the letter by noting that he hopes for a reply soon and sends his love to Mary Ann Moore and to Linnet White. The envelope is included with the letter.
[Letter from James Cook to Linnet Moore, March 23, 1899]
He says that he has just returned from Lampasas. He would like to call, he will let her know more later.
[Letter from James K. Dodd to Mary Ann and Charles B. Moore, October 15, 1889]
This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by James K. Dodd, Mary Ann's brother. In this letter, James details the goings-on at his residence in Paul's Valley, forty to fifty miles north of Ardmore. He notes that Florence and Mary are visiting Edmond and will be at home in a few days. He asks Charles to send him the balance of his account at the bank in McKinney. He mentions that the balance should be $305.80. James sends a message to George A. Wilson who sent him $200.00 to Edmund. He asks Charles when the $1,000 dollar note will be due and details that he needs it to be between the date of the letter and Christmas. He closes the letter by stating he has heard from Bettie that the Moore family are making their way home from Tennessee and that he expects they should be home by now. The envelope is included with the letter.
[Letter from Jim Cook Jr. to Linnet Moore, March 6, 1899]
He was happy to receive her letter and had started to respond earlier, but was interrupted. He thinks the letter must have been delayed and that is why it took so long to get. He asks if she has felt time drag on like it has for him. He asks her what she thinks of their circumstances. He says that he has fallen in love with her and he will try to be worthy of her love. He talks about Miss Flora and her "Jim." He heard that she wants to go to Austin in June and he will make plans to be there also. He has been asked to help out in a baseball game. He asks about a letter sent to her by Jett. He asks her to call him Jim instead of Mr. Cook. He heard that Mrs. Brownlee tried to commit suicide. He asks about Linnet's Nashville trip. He received a letter from Carter. He can't wait to receive another letter from her and he asks that she write back soon.
[Letter from Jim Cook Jr. to Linnet Moore, March 21, 1899]
He had wondered why she had not written to him. Again she did not receive his letter and he did not receive her letter. He did not want her to feel that he was neglecting her or for her to question his feelings. His last letter was sixteen pages, he has so much to tell her, but he will wait until he hears from her to write it. He mentions his baseball game, but will wait to write the details. He hopes to hear from her and that she receives both of his letters. He mentions that he saw Lula and asked her to send his regards.
[Letter from Joe H. Gunstrong to Linnet Moore, July 22, 1900]
Letter to Linnet Moore. He was sorry that he did not make it Friday evening. His horse was sick and is almost well now. Grace informed him that they were friends. Bowers has returned and sends his love to Linnet. He has mixed feelings on Linnet going to Europe. He would like to discuss the topic Tuesday.
[Letter from John Berry to Claude White and Family, January 10, 1917]
Letter to Claude White and family from John Berry. John wrote a brief letter to send his tax receipt and a check to Claude. He sends his regards for the New Year and wants to hear from them soon.
[Letter from John McCormick to H. S. Moore, February 10, 1889]
John's year hasn't started off well. His sister died on New Years. He mentions the winter weather they have had. He hasn't been working much this winter because the mill hasn't been open. He then mentions some people he knows and how they are doing. He would love to go hunting with Moore, but will be unable to.
[Letter from John Stewart to C. B. Moore, June 7,1901]
Letter from John Stewart to C. B. Moore. He talks about his health and about getting older. His cough has stayed with him still. He says everyone else is well and mentions what Stewart Williams is doing. He talks about grand children. Cary Nimmo is in Nashville. He talks about the small pox that has broken out there. Dr. Hiran Moore died. He mentions all the kinds of doctors they have. He mentions a few more friends and how they are doing.
[Letter from Julia A. Barr to the Moore family, December 3, 1888]
This item is from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Julia A. Barr, Henry and Charles Moore's cousin. In the letter, Julia updates the Moore family on the happenings in Jerseyville, Illinois and the news includes: a dialogue about meeting cousin George Wilson in Eureka Springs, Arkansas while on a trip there, a discussion about the people that accompanied here on the trip and how long she stayed, details concerning the people she meet in Eureka Springs, a conversation about Seella, her two children, and Polly, a dialogue about their helper who was discharged over a year ago and how they are getting along without him, an update on the bountiful crops and how good rain has made it possible for people to get out of debt, a discussion about "Aunt" Sally Smith and Uncle Abner's family, a dialogue about Sottie Knaff's daughter, details about the Goodrich family, an aside about the town of Jerseyville, a dialogue about Mrs. O. P. Powell's children, a discussion about Wilson Cross and Ida Barr Cross, details about Fannie and her love for entertaining, updates on family, a dialogue about Barr's California trip and the places they stopped at along the way, details about the trip and the cities and sites Barr saw in California, a discussion about the trip back home to Illinois and details about their stop in Salt Lake City, an aside on how lovely the topography was from Salt Lake to Denver, a discussion on her return home, and a dialogue about recent plans. She closes the letter by asking how Linnet was doing, asks the Moore family to write soon, and sends her love to all. The envelope is included with the letter.
[Letter from Julia Vernon to Linnet White and Family, June 24, 1917]
Letter from Julia [Vernon] to Linnet White and family discussing Linnet's upcoming visit and her and Ruth's recent illness. She also mentions that she attended Neal Marks' funeral. There is an envelope addressed to Mrs. C. D. White in Fort Worth, Texas. It is postmarked McKinney, Texas June 25, 1917.
[Letter from Kate Wallace to C. B. Moore and family, September 26, 1898]
She mentions that her mother died and that now the bond connecting them is broken. She tells them that her mother had been suffering, but continued to put on a brave face. They buried her next to their father and she will go live with her sister in Dallas. She gives her new address and is happy that he and Linnet enjoyed their trip with her. Included is the Funeral Notice for her mother.
[Letter from Laura Jernigan to Charles and Mary Moore, October 12, 1890]
Jack and Lee have had some problems with getting the wheat. They had to hire help. She mentions they have been having bad weather. Jack's father died and so he will have to go back because of the will. She wonders where his mother will go and also Mrs. Lucas. She mentions she now has eye glasses. She would like to have them visit her, and even tried to go visit them for the fall, but it fell through. She talks about the schooling of her children and how she might have to send them to boarding school. She would like the Moores to write back a long letter.
[Letter from Laura Jernigan to Charles, Mary and Linnet Moore, March 11, 1898]
Letter from Laura Jernigan to Charles, Mary and Linnet Moore in which she talks about the friends and family members who gather at her home. The men are building a mill house. She says she has plenty of water in her well and has plans to grow roses.
[Letter from Laura Jernigan to Charles Moore, February 2, 1888]
Laura made breakfast and had help cleaning. She mentions that Jack went to Pilot Grove. and Seven Paints College. Col Jenningan sold some pork in town. Jack wants to sell one of her cows because they have more butter than they can use. Lizzie has been to school only a few times because of the weather. She had to make new clothes for Jimmie. She offers her cow to Charles. She hasn't been cooking a lot because it has been raining so much. She hopes that their health is good and mentions that there was a lot of sickness within a mile of her home. She is concerned for the health of Mary Moore. She mentions that Jack said their wheat was doing well. The Col prompts her to write the funny names of the men in Sherman to McKinney. She can't wait for his next letter.
[Letter from Laura Jernigan to H. Moore, March 5, 1888]
She mentions that it is still raining and they can't do much work because of it. She is writing, but has nothing to say other than mentioning the weather. George Turner left and got as far as Cannon. George's wife was concerned he hadn't come home all day. The Colonel has sore eyes, but everyone else is doing fine. She has plenty of eggs and beef, but is running out of flour. One of her milk cows gave birth and the calf is doing well. She will be short on milk because of the calf. Phippen received the problems and is working on on them. She wants to play a trick on C.B. Moore about her twin calves. The Colonel was helping Phippen on the problems. Colonel asks a way to get the answers for the problems. Ben Shirley has been sick, thus neglecting his cattle. She tells him what has been happening to Old Man Smith. She talks about getting Jim new clothes. They might not have a school teacher for the spring. She has not heard about her relatives in Tennessee and can't wait to hear from him again.
[Letter from Laura Jernigan to Henry S. Moore, May 25, 1888]
This letter is from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Laura Jernigan, cousin to Charles and Henry Moore. In this letter, Laura updates Henry on the happenings in Grayson County and the news includes: an aside on how she has not written to him in a while because she has not time, a dialogue about A. J. Jernigan's trips to Sherman to serve on the jury and to Austin with Lizzie, a discussion about Phippen's time in the capitol, details about school ending for Phippen and his plans for summer, a weather update, a discussion about the condition of the crops and notes about the amount of milk butter they are making, an aside about Old Man Smith, details about Jack's land purchase and plans for the land, information about land prices in Texas, and a dialogue about the weather which has brought lots of rain. She closes the letter by stating that she hopes to hear from the Moore family soon. The envelope is included with the letter.
[Letter from Laura Jernigan to Linnet White, February 4, 1907]
This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is a letter from Laura Jernigan to Linnet White. In this letter, Laura informs Linnet of the goings-on in Van Alstyne, Texas. The news includes: a discussion about her family and their well-being, agricultural news and community news, and a dialogue about correspondences received. She closes the letter by sending love to all and notes that Linnet must vist her soon or she must visit Linnet soon.
[Letter from Laura Jernigan to Mary Ann Moore, February 5, 1907]
This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Laura Jernigan to Mary Ann Moore. In the letter, Jernigan informs Moore of the goings-on in her community. The news includes: health updates on her and her family, news about Parry coming home, a discussion about the crops and general agricultural news, community gossip, a dialogue about killing and hanging meat to cure, details about how many community members and kin in Tennessee are losing their meat due to the warm winter, and news about Walter Barron shooting Watts last week. She closes the letter by noting that one of her children will be down to visit with Mary soon and she hopes that Mary could visit her soon as well. She send her love to all. The envelope is included with the letter.
[Letter from Laura Jernigan to Mary Moore, July 2, 1907]
Letter to Mary Moore from Laura Jernigan. She talks about the weather, and talks about farming. Lilian had a baby. Sometimes she feels as though she doesn't have children. She asks about Linnet's chickens. She talks about her garden and her roses. She asks that they write soon, she really enjoys their letters.
[Letter from Laura Jernigan to Mary Moore, June 9, 1907]
Letter to Mary Moore from Laura Jernigan. She feels bad for not writing, but has been unable to because she was unwell. She spent some time with Jim and Belle. Jackson is trying to sell his farm. She wants to leave McKinney and is inviting Mary to go with her. She talks about the other people that are going to leave. She mentions the weather.
[Letter from Laura Jernigan to Mary Moore, May 12, 1907]
This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is a letter from Laura Jernigan to Mary Moore. In this letter, Jernigan informs Moore of the goings-on in Van Alystne, TX. The news includes: a discussion about how the recent storms have affected her community and the communities around her, a dialogue about Claud marrying and how she hasn't visited since January, details about how she feels about the situation with Claud, a discussion about commencement and the possibility of Mary visiting, an aside about Belle coming down with the chills and how hard it is to get her to take medicine, details about the commencement program, and updates about family members and their plans for commencement. The envelope is included with the letter.
[Letter from Laura Jernigan to Mary Moore, September 8, 1907]
Letter from Laura Jernigan to Mary Moore. She had written them and not received a letter until after she left on her first trip. Then when she returned she went on another trip and hasn't had time to respond. She gives some news about Jim. Jim and them went to the lake. She talks about the fruit and crops that were there. She talks about the weather. She talks about her garden and the vegetables that are in it. She hasn't heard from anyone in Tennessee in a long time. Her father went to Austin and passed through Waco, but was on a round trip so couldn't visit. She says she is still waiting for Linnet and Claude to come visit them.
[Letter from Laura Wallace to Linnet, March 28, 1890]
She tells Linnet why she is writing and who else she has already written. She also mentions how she is staying in fashion and how everyone is doing. Her father planted corn and she did not have to help this time. She talks about chickens and ducks. She talks about school and wants them to come visit. She rode Mollie and asks if Melissa made it yet. Mr. Bill Bomer visited. She asks about school.
[Letter from Lila Franklin to Mr. and Mrs. Moore and Linnet, September 24, 1893]
She was glad to hear from them because she was afraid that they had gone home and forgotten about her. She mentions that Mrs. Joyner would like to go back to Texas with them and is an old schoolmate of Mrs. Moore. She wants to get her father to go with her to Texas, but will not be able to go this year. Her mother is going to Arkansas to see her son. She received a copy of the "Democrat" by Mr. Moore of her trip to McKinney.
[Letter from Linnet Moore to Mary Ann and Charles B. Moore, January 1900]
This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Linnet Moore and is addressed to he parents, Mary Ann And Charles B. Moore. In this letter, Linnet informs the Moore's of the goings-on in her community. She discusses her daily chores, details that they have eaten all but half a sack of the sausages and have eaten one shoulder and working on the other that was sent by the Moore's to her, and notes what she prepared for dinner during Ethel Berry's visit. She updates Mary Ann and Charles on the visitors she has had and correspondences received by friends. She mentions that she has not seen Mrs. Priest in a week, but details that Mrs. Woods has been up to see her. She informs the Moore's about general community news and community members who have married recently. The envelope is included with the letter.
[Letter from Linnet Moore to the Moore family, March 7, 1900]
Letter written by Linnet Moore and addressed to the Moore family and Willie. In this letter, Linnet informs the Moore family of the goings-on in Austin during her visit. She apologizes for not writing a soon as she arrived and details the exercise at the University on the state's Independence Day. She notes the day's events and mentions that her and Lula will go to hear Paderewski tomorrow night. She closes the letter by noting her trip to Austin was a good one and states that her parents must write to her. The envelope is included with the letter.
[Letter from Linnet Moore to the Moore family, March 7, 1900]
Letter written by Linnet Moore and addressed to the Moore family and Willie. In this letter, Linnet informs the Moore family of the goings-on during her trip to visit Lula Dalton in Austin. She discusses her attendance of the Paderewski concert, details how wonderful it was to see him play, and mentions that they were up at the train station on Sunday morning visiting with friends from Burnet who also saw the concert. She details the day's events on Monday and notes that they have gone to town and plan to go again. She closes the letter by stating that the Moore family must write her soon with all the news. The envelope is included with the letter.
[Letter from Linnet Moore to the Moore family, March 12, 1900]
This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Linnet Moore and is addressed to Charles B. Moore, Mary Ann Moore, and Willie. In the letter, Linnet updates the Moore family on the goings-on in Austin during her visit. The news includes: a confirmation on the receipt of their letter, a discussion about her, Lula, and Carter's day at the lake, details about how fun it was to row up the lake about four miles and notes on what they saw, a dialogue about the difference in temperature between home and Austin, an update about things she has done and how you can see the whole town from the University, and details on how her and Lula will go and visit the Lunatic asylum. She closes the letter as it is time for the postman to com and deliver or pick up mail. She notes that the Moore's must write her soon. The envelope is included with the letter.
[Letter from Lloyd W. Lietz to McKinney Chapter compatriots, 2]
Letter from Lloyd W. Lietz to compatriots of the TXSSAR McKinney Chapter, regarding the future of the Chapter.
[Letter from Lloyd W. Lietz to McKinney Chapter compatriots, corrected]
Letter from Lloyd W. Lietz to compatriots of the TXSSAR McKinney chapter, containing a report of the November 20, 2014 meeting.
[Letter from Lloyd W. Lietz to McKinney Chapter compatriots, with marked corrections]
Letter from Lloyd W. Lietz to compatriots of the TXSSAR McKinney Chapter, containing a report of the November 20, 2014 meeting.
[Letter from Lula Dalton to Linnet Moore]
This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Lula Dalton and is addressed to Linnet Moore. The document is a fragment of a whole letter. In this letter, Dalton informs Moore on the goings-on in Austin. The news includes: a discussion about he headache tablets, a confirmation on the receipt of Charles and Linnet's papers, a dialogue about her and Mr. Taylor,and an update on Claude White. The letter is undated and does not include an envelope.
[Letter from Lula Dalton to Linnet Moore, April 28 - May 4, 1899]
This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Lula Dalton and is addressed to Linnet Moore. The letters are dated April 28, 1899 and May 1, 1899. In these first two letters, Lula informs Linnet of the goings-on in her community. The news includes: a discussion about her wrapper and hat, a dialogue about going riding with the White's and Lorena, and details about going to visit the Taylor family. She closes the letter by stating that she needs to read her lesson for the Club meeting and will tell her the remainder of the news soon. In Lula's next letter, dated May 3, 1899, she continues to detail the goings-on in her life and in the community. She discusses their trip to the Taylor's and notes their return trip was pleasant, notes that she stayed with Mrs. White that night because she was sick, and mentions the sewing projects she is working on at present. She closes the letter by stating that she has not yet received a letter from Linnet and hope she is not ill. Lula sends lots of love to Linnet and wishes her sweet dreams. She begins another letter on Thursday May, 4, 1899. In this brief letter, she notes that she has still not received word from Linnet and is feeling anxious about her well-being. She updates Linnet on her sewing projects and mentions that school will be out soon. She wishes that Linnet were there to go to the commencement with her. She closes the letter by sending lots of love and hopes to hear from Linnet soon. The envelope is included with the letter.
[Letter from Lula Dalton to Linnet Moore, February 3, 1901]
This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Lula Dalton and is addressed to Linnet Moore. In the letter, Lula informs Linnet of the goings-on in Austin, TX. The news includes: a health update on her well-being at present, a discussion about Weasie Thomas' visit, a dialogue about Linnet's decision to marry, details about expecting a visit from Linnet, a discussion about sewing projects, and notes past events and future plans. The letter is incomplete.
[Letter from Lula Dalton to Linnet Moore, February 19, 1900]
This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Lula Dalton to Linnet Moore. In this letter, Lula informs Linnet of the goings-on in her community. The news includes: a discussion about how ill she is at present, a confirmation on the receipt of Linnet's most recent letter, details about receiving a letter from Mollie Fields, a discussion about her sewing project, news about friends who have married, a dialogue about how Dalton spent Washington's birthday, and details about when Dalton will meet Linnet at the train station.
[Letter from Lula Dalton to Linnet Moore, July 13, 1900]
Letter from Lula Dalton to Linnet Moore in which Lula describes her illness and lists all the social gatherings that she has missed. She updates Linnet about her friends and family's activities. Lula plans to visit Linnet "next summer." She remarks on Linnet's plans to tell Tom she can't love him. Lula is reading "Prisoners of Hope."
[Letter from Lula Dalton to Linnet Moore, June 18, 1899]
This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Lula Dalton and is addressed to Linnet Moore. In this letter, Lula informs Linnet of the goings-on in Chambersville, TX. The news includes: a confirmation of receiving a note from Linnet written by Mary Ann, a discussion about her trips to Georgetown and Austin, details about her visit to Austin, an update on her eyes and the treatment she received from an oculist, news from her community when she got home from Austin, and a discussion about the camping trip she and her friends will go on to the river. She closes the letter by noting that she hopes Linnet will write as soon as she can and sends her best regards to the Moore family. The envelope is included with the letter.
[Letter from Lula Dalton to Linnet Moore, March 12-20, 1899]
She is happy that they write each other everyday. She talks about what happened after dinner. Minnie had an old friend from school visit. She talked about her to her family and they are all happy to hear about Linnet's welfare. She always think of her. She saw Jim who acted like he hadn't heard from Linnet. Lorena saw Jett who also hadn't heard from Linnet. She talks about teaching and hearing a sermon. She received a letter from Melvin and Carter. She plans to see her in June. She talks about what she did Monday and the reason why she was unable to write Monday night. She had a weird dream Sunday night. She talks about the weather and hopes it will rain. She washed some clothes and did some reading. She went with Minnie to look at Mr. Darbis' flowers. Minnie received a letter from Linnet's father. She received a letter from Mr. Taylor who sent only Linnet love. She calls Linnet her adopted daughter and asks about the boys Linnet met. She heard about a letter from Linnet to Jim Cook. She sent a letter to Carter that she would not be going to Austin and that he needed to come home. She hasn't told anyone but Linnet and Lorena that she might plan to go and visit Linnet in September. She had a very lonely day Thursday. She writes about the articles that she is reading. Minnie received a letter from Kate Thomas. Carter came home and she went to a lecture with him. She then names off some new couples. She thought she had broken the door to the Judge's Office. She says that LInnet needs to respond to Jett, even if it is that she doesn't want to write him. She does not like …
[Letter from Lula Dalton to Linnet Moore, May 23, 1901]
Letter to Linnet Moore from Lula Dalton. She wishes Linnet could be with her and mentions that she has been sick for the past four days. Carter was very sick for a while, but he has recovered. She talks about what a good man Claude White is and the book he sent was good also. She asks if Linnet will ever get better and come see her, she wants to show her the letter Claude sent her about Linnet. She talks about her own sweetheart and the letters he sent her. She has fallen in love with him, although she has only known him for two months. She asks that Linnet tell no one except Claude. She doesn't know how she admired J. M. Taylor. She spent time with people from home. She went to a play with some friends. She called home and learned that Linnet was not coming. It was a disappointment for her because she had told Mrs. White Linnet was coming. She doesn't know what she is going to do for the summer, she doesn't want to go home. She mentions that everyone will be out of town and she got invited to go to New Mexico, but she doesn't know if she has funds and is waiting to hear from someone. She still plans to go visit Linnet in September and while there to see Mrs. Johnson's home. She talks about her new hat and her new dress. She thinks she will take more classes. She asks that Linnet write a long letter.
[Letter from Lula Dalton to Linnet Moore, November 4, 1899]
Letter from Lula Dalton to Linnet Moore in which she expresses how much she misses Linnet. She says that Leta Fowler is to be married. She also writes about the new clothes she has had made or altered for he winter wardrobe. She also writes about Jim Cooke. The Floral Society has plans to put up an exhibit.
[Letter from Lula Dalton to Linnet Moore, October 7, 1900]
Letter to Linnet Moore from Lula Dalton. She asks Linnet if she has forgotten about writing to her. She mentions she is in Austin to study and has found all of the boys she met last year, but not the girls. She asks Linnet to write her a long letter.
[Letter from Lula Dalton to Linnet Moore, September 18, 1900]
Letter to Linnet Moore from Lula Dalton. She wants to talk to Linnet and the writing is so one-sided it does not comfort her. She wishes that the letter would be like seeing the writer in person. She comments on where Adam and Ruby Johnson are staying and where Sallie and Sam went. She talks about her Jim and the picture he promised her. She asks Linnet to not share the information she is sending her. She received the book, knife and picture that was sent.
[Letter from Lula Dalton to Linnet Moore White, May 10, 1901]
Letter from Lula Dalton to Linnet Moore White in which she writes about visiting with Mr. House. Lula told him about Linnet's up-coming visit and hopes that he will be available to meet her.
[Letter from M. C. Vanter to Linnet Moore, May 9, 1898]
In this letter, Vanter discusses with Moore he planned visit to Fort Worth. Vanter apologizes for not being able to visit Moore as last summer and urges Moore to write to her to let her know when school is out. During the trip to Fort Worth, Vanter plans on paying Moore and Visit. She details that an illness prevented her from visiting last summer. Vanter ask about Moore family and states that she hopes they are all well. She also asks about friends and Moore's kin and states that she may not know anybody there as it has been a while since she has visited. She inquires about Mr. Drury and closes the letter. She notes that she hopes to hear from Linnet soon. The envelope is included with the letter.
[Letter from Maria Mey to Linnet White, June 25, 1915]
Letter from Maria [Mey] to Linnet White regarding daily events in her life. She writes about the bad weather they have been experiencing, a time when Linnet's daughter and husband were passing through the area, their children in school, and other miscellaneous events.
[Letter from Maria Rucker to Uncle Charles, Aunt Mary, and Linnet, September 5, 1893]
She found some time to write them, but can't find their last letter. She mentions that some people are headed out. Mr. Franklin had a hard time getting home. Mr. Lowry has been unwell he thinks with a fever. Her Uncle H got a fever and was unwell, but has recovered. She mentions Solomon's family and their health. Solomon will be going back to help pick cotton. She received a letter from Clarence and Solomon received one from George. Buck is wearing a necklace with a heart on it. Neal came back that morning. Solomon ended up leaving to go find work. She read their letter to Uncle H. She mentions that they need rain. She talks about the state of their peach orchard. Uncle H and Neal are going to Melissa. Neal helped Lila with her milking and feeding. She mentions again the need for rain and she was happy that the Moores were having a good time.
[Letter from Mary and Charles B. Moore to Linnet Moore, November 9, 1898]
Letter from Charles and Mary Moore to their daughter Linnet while she is away at school. They talk about a day trip they went on with Mr. and Mrs. Priest and their children. They went in the buggy and had a picnic near Van Alstyne of chicken, biscuit, pickles, custard, light bread and butter, and sweet potato custard. Charles brought some horses to town to sell, but only sold Bob. They hope she is feeling better and has her machinery back in working order. The Democratic candidate for governor looks like a whiskey bloat.
[Letter from Mary and Charles B. Moore to Linnet Moore, October 30, 1898]
Letters from Charles B. and Mary Moore to their daughter Linnet while she is visiting friends and relatives. Ethel and Gertie came to see her not knowing she was gone. Gertie is having a candy breaking for her birthday. They discuss the cotton picking that has been happening and describe a cotton throwing spree among the Newman boys that called for injuries needing Dr. Hodges. Includes note written on small slip of paper talking about weather and a woman who will board with them.
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