John R. Coupland, Mobile, Alabama, to Susan E. Henley, Williamsburg, Virginia, 1843

Containers:
Box 1, Folder 1
Scope and content:

Has safely arrived in Mobile; troubles with stage contractors caused a delay in his arrival; has not decided on an occupation or a place to live; is currently residing with his cousin Mr. Minge [?], who left his wife in northern Alabama because of the fever still raging; the house is not ready to accomodate guests; reiterates his love for her; is frightened by yellow fever but will leave it up to Providence. 4 pp. Autographed letter signed

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College of William and Mary
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