1. Creator/Author:
  2. Lincoln, Mary Todd, 1818-1882 (50)

Letter from Mary Todd Lincoln to Mary Harlan Lincoln

Creator:
Lincoln, Mary Todd, 1818-1882
Collection:
Insanity File Collection; Mary Todd Lincoln Correspondence
Location:
unknown
Date of Original:
Unknown
Description:
Handwritten letter fragment, 21 cm, on stationery with mourning borders. Mary Todd Lincoln asks Mary Harlan Lincoln about the size and location of her home and windows so she can send furniture and decor. Mary Todd Lincoln notes that her health is poor and she awaits funds from her Congressional pension before she can afford to travel. She further notes that Tad sent a "gold ring set in blue" for baby Mamie Lincoln, and asks about friend Mrs. Grund.
Subject:
Lincoln, Mary Todd, 1818-1882--Correspondence; Lincoln, Mary Harlan, 1846-1937--Correspondence
Category:
Manuscripts & Documents
Format of Original:
Manuscript
Item ID:
71200908502600_11
Holding Institution:
Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, Allen County Public Library, Fort Wayne, Indiana
Digital File ID:
71200908502600_11
Available for Viewing:
By appointment only
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