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Letter, 1867

 File — Folder: 1

Scope and Content

From the Collection:

This collection consists of a single letter written by L. Campbell, of Keene, New Hampshire, and addressed to Mrs. Corbitt on March 31, 1867. Campbell informs Corbitt that he has just returned from her brother's gravesite, then quotes "the moralizing words of the Poet Anon," with a poem beginning with the words, "Upon the journeys of immortal man / The grave's a resting place." Campbell continues with excerpts from other poems, then expresses his willingness to assist Corbitt with the exhumation, identification, and return of her brother's remains. The letter is accompanied by a stamped envelope addressed to "Mr. John Flanagan, Exeter, New Hampshire."

Dates

  • 1867

Creator

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

The materials in the collection are in English.

Conditions Governing Access

The collection is open to research.

Extent

From the Collection: 0.1 Cubic Feet (1 folder)

Repository Details

Part of the Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech Repository

Contact:
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