W[illia]m P. Nottingham, H[ickory] Grounds, N[orthampton] County, to Lauretta A. Winder, W[illia]msburg , Virginia, 31 Aug[ust] 1848.

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Box-folder 1:3

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3 pages.

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Received the articles and letter she sent by Mr. Wheeler and sends her many thanks for them; has sent her a box by Mr. Wheeler containing peaches, dried pears, and honey; has paid off her account with [?] N's store; informs her of several deaths, including that of W[illia]mBayly from an illness resulting from hemorrhage of the lungs, Mr. Marshall from worn-out constitution, and Dr. Yerby's youngest child from consumption; believes Mrs. Leah Bowden will not live much longer as her health is declining rapidly; mentions that Rose's cousins, Mrs. and Dr. Hayes and two daughters, will come to visit her after their visit to the President as Mrs. Hayes is the sister of President Polk; is pleased to tell her that Charlotte's health is improving and will soon be well again.

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ALS.

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W[illia]m
W[illia]m

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