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Folder 1 - 1833(1) - SC-000138, 1833-10-24

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Scope and Contents

From the Collection: The Margaret Venable (nee Dickinson) letters contains correspondence relating to familial matters and social information from 1833-1918. Some of the topics discussed include schooling at Hampden-Sydney College, the Civil War, courtships, weddings, new children, and deaths. Not included in the collection are specific details about the Civil War or specifics about classes Hampden-Sydney College.

Dates

  • 1833-10-24

Access

Collection is open for research; access requires at least 48 hours advance notice. Because of the nature of certain archival formats, including digital and audio-visual materials, access will require additional advanced notice. Copies of digital files will be provided for use upon request.

Extent

From the Collection: 1 Boxes (48 folders within)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Abstract

1 - A letter to Sue (Susan Venable possibly) from her brother E. G. Wall detailing his recent vacation. There is a cartoon drawing in the letter as well.

Repository Details

Part of the Hampden-Sydney College Archives & Special Collections Repository

Contact:
Hampden-Sydney College
Walter M. Bortz III Library
P.O. Box 7
Hampden-Sydney VA 23943 United States
(434) 223-7225