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1. Letter - March 15, 1835

   Letter dated March 15, 1835 from Mary Gilmer, at Leigh, to her daughter, Emma Breckinridge, at Catawba, near Fincastle. Tells of Harmer's return home from Baltimore where he completed medical training, and various possibilities as to where he should settle. Asks after Lucy and John, who are living with Emma; Mary Peachy is studying with her father. Tells of slaves sold (by name) and debts paid off. Asks especially about Emma's toothache.

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2. Letter - May 19, 1837

   Letter dated May 19, 1837 from Mary Gilmer from Hardin's Tavern to her daughter, Lucy, care of Mr. Persico's Seminary in Richmond. Tells of Frank's troubles at the University and complains he seems to lack energy and ambition. Speaks of financial worries; moralizes about behavior and raising children. She shares news about many of the local families including recent illnesses and deaths.

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