New Haven, Dec. 24, 1838. My very dear Brother, after a long interval of anxious expectation we have at last has the satisfaction of again hearing from you

Robinson, Edward, 1794-1863
Robinson, Elisabeth

1838-12-29

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H-2 1838, Dec. 29 Letter to E. R (no envelope) from Elisabeth in New Haven. Tells her brother how glad she is that he is recovered from his illness. Explains that Charles is too busy to write because he has so many renewals of insurance policies to arrange for his clients. Charles has canceled plans to move to Detroit. Describes raids on Prescott near Ogdensburg and on an area north of Detroit and in Winsor, all done by about 300 self-styled patriots. Mentions that the 22-month old twin boy o... Show moreH-2 1838, Dec. 29 Letter to E. R (no envelope) from Elisabeth in New Haven. Tells her brother how glad she is that he is recovered from his illness. Explains that Charles is too busy to write because he has so many renewals of insurance policies to arrange for his clients. Charles has canceled plans to move to Detroit. Describes raids on Prescott near Ogdensburg and on an area north of Detroit and in Winsor, all done by about 300 self-styled patriots. Mentions that the 22-month old twin boy of their cousin Miss Cleveland died very suddenly. The twin girl is also very sick. Show less

1838, December 29 - Letter to Edward Robinson (no envelope) from Elisabeth Robinson.

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