Lyman Beecher - family correspondence. 24 letters from Lyman Beecher to his daughter, Catharine, 1815-1929. Digital
Scope and Contents
Lyman discusses Alexander Fisher's slowness in declaring his intentions (toward Catharine) and later, after their engagement and Fisher's death, tries to comfort her. His efforts to help her get her school started in Hartford. Discusses her brother Edward's career prospects. Much religious exhortation. His debt. The family's state of health, affairs of the Litchfield Church. The later letters are directed to Mary, George, and Harriet Beecher as well.
Dates
- Creation: 1798-1956
Language of Materials
Materials in English.
Conditions Governing Access
Access. Originals closed; use digital images. Or, use microfilm M-45. See container list below for list of microfilmed or unmicrofilmed material.
Extent
5.84 linear feet ((12 file boxes, 2 card file boxes) plus 6 folio+ folders, 4 oversize folders, 1 supersize folder)Physical Location
Collection stored off site: researchers must request access 36 hours before use.
Repository Details
Part of the Schlesinger Library, Radcliffe Institute Repository
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