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; 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...