A letter to Milroy's wife, Mary, letting her know he arrived safely back in Nashville after his recent visit home. He writes of the business and hte comings and goings of his partners. One partner was recently married after making a fool of...
A letter to Milroy's wife, Mary, offering constructive criticism to Ella's last letter. They have hit oil at one well and are sure to have it flowing soon. The other wells have experienced problems. We're now selling shares to our company at...
Letters; Milroy family--Correspondence; Finances, Personal; School
A letter from Milroy's wife, Mary, writing of the affairs at home. Brucey is going to school and learning his letters. The taxes are due on land jointly owned with Cole. How should she pay them?
Letters; Milroy family--Correspondence; Typhoid fever; Speeches, addresses, etc.
A letter from Milroy's wife, Mary, writing of her recent trip to Delphi. A nephew in Delphi has typhoid fever, as does Dr. Grimes. Colfax came to speak in Rensselaer, but did not feel well. He did not speak as long as first thought he might.
Letters; Milroy family--Correspondence; Real property--Ownership; Presidents--Election
A letter from Milroy's wife, Mary, asking his advice on selling a piece of property. The current tenants are using the house for kindling, so it would be better to sell it now. "Copperheads" are convincing returning soldiers that Lincoln is to...
A letter to Milroy's wife, Mary, letting her know that he did receive word of Grimes' death and the details of his will. He relates his disappointment that the Milroy children were left out of the will. He gives instruction to Mary on Ella's...