Monroe County (Ind.) -- History; Wylie Family -- Correspondence; Martin, Margaret Wylie (1826 - 1898); Bloomington (Ind.) -- History; Women -- Indiana -- Monroe County
Margaret writes about the death of her mother, who died in the arms of Dr. Dodds. Describes the condition of the family following that event.
Monroe County (Ind.) -- History; Bloomington (Ind.) -- History; McCalla, Elizabeth Wylie (1821 - 1900); Wylie Family -- Correspondence; Women -- Indiana -- Monroe County
Elizabeth addresses and mourns the death of "little Andrew" (Andrew Wylie's son), in addition to that of their mother. Worries about the health of others in the family, worries about the crops being poor again; mentions Mr. McCalla, Mr. Howe, and...
Monroe County (Ind.) -- History; Bloomington (Ind.) -- History; Wylie, Jane Melheme (Jen) (1836 - 1865); Wylie Family -- Correspondence; Women -- Indiana -- Monroe County
Writes about news of the war and the forming of militias in Wheeling, Virginia. Explains what she would do if the Rebels were to ever approach her. Describes her new living arrangements.
Monroe County (Ind.) -- History; Bloomington (Ind.) -- History; Wylie, Jane Melheme (Jen) (1836 - 1865); Wylie Family -- Correspondence; Women -- Indiana -- Monroe County
Jane asks for assistance with finding a job in Bloomington, expresses home sickness, difficulty getting mail from relatives in the Southern states, requests that the letter be destroyed so that no one else might read it.
Monroe County (Ind.) -- History; Bloomington (Ind.) -- History; Wylie, Jane Melheme (Jen) (1836 - 1865); Wylie Family -- Correspondence; Women -- Indiana -- Monroe County
Jane expresses frustration with letters unanswered, the war, and the longing for peace. She relays witnessing marching soldiers and discusses the Presbyterian and Episcopal churches, incl. Professor Ballentine. Uses the word "secesh" when speaking...
Monroe County (Ind.) -- History; Bloomington (Ind.) -- History; Boisen, Elizabeth Louisa Matelda Wylie (Lou) (1839 - 1930); Wylie, Rebecca Dennis (1812 - 1913); Wylie Family -- Correspondence; Women -- Indiana -- Monroe County
Louisa writes of prayer meetings, excitement about the draft. Lists men who are joining the effort, including the Hoosier Grays, and uses the term "secesh" for Rebel sympathizers. Describes witnessing a lunar rainbow.
Monroe County (Ind.) -- History; Bloomington (Ind.) -- History; Wylie, Rebecca Dennis (1812 - 1913); Wylie Family -- Correspondence; Women -- Indiana -- Monroe County
Describes surprise party for Rebecca and T. A. Wylie with congregation, advises Lou on matters of education, especially her delay. Encourages her to be independent and to travel. Describes problems with the delivery of mail and the road...
Monroe County (Ind.) -- History; Bloomington (Ind.) -- History; McCalla, Elizabeth Wylie (1821 - 1900); Wylie Family -- Correspondence; Women -- Indiana -- Monroe County
Writes about coming down to Bloomington to take care of Redick and how John McCalla is boarding with his sister. Lists people in the house. Mentions the hired man - named Sam - who is a deserter from the Rebel army. Discusses Jane�s health.
Monroe County (Ind.) -- History; Bloomington (Ind.) -- History; Wylie, Rebecca Dennis (1812 - 1913); Wylie, Theodorus William John (Dory) (1857 - 1934); Wylie Family -- Correspondence; Women -- Indiana -- Monroe County
Discusses fashion, supply of dairy and the state of produce and provides general review of family correspondences.
Monroe County (Ind.) -- History; Bloomington (Ind.) -- History; McCalla, Elizabeth Wylie (1821 - 1900); Wylie Family -- Correspondence; Women -- Indiana -- Monroe County
Discusses Jane's health, her estate and will, which mentions her wanting to give her money to the most needy in the family. Mentions the successful business of John McCalla, using funds for erecting a memorial on the grave of Samuel and Jane. Seeks...
Monroe County (Ind.) -- History; Bell, Irene Catherine Wylie (1829 - 1878); Wylie Family -- Correspondence; Bloomington (Ind.) -- History; Women -- Indiana -- Monroe County
Discusses Anderson's visit to Chicago and his planned visit with Mary in Grandview, Illinois. Mentions Annie Dodd's wedding to a druggist.
