Benjamin F. Cary family correspondence, 1859 - 1880
File — Box: 1, Folder: 7
Scope and Content note
From the Collection:
The collection consists of letters to and from various members of the Benjamin F. Cary family, including between Cary and his wife Sophia during their courtship and marriage, and to their children. Envelopes for letters sent between 1861 and 1869 are included and labeled with numbers corresponding to the letters. Overall, the letters concern family matters and shed light on domestic life. Letters sent by Cary to his family during the Civil War years provide insight into local and national issues.
Dates
- Other: 1859 - 1880
Creator
- From the Collection: Cary, Benjamin Franklin (1822-1900) (Person)
- From the Collection: Cary, Sophia Howland Robinson (1823-1883) (Person)
Access
Unrestricted
Extent
From the Collection: 0.25 Linear Feet (1 box)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the Maine Historical Society Repository