Mary Occom, letter, to Eleazar Wheelock, 1767 July 15
Date15 July, 1767
ms number767415
abstractWhile her husband is in Great Britain, Mary Occom writes that her family has no corn and is in great want. She appeals to Wheelock for aid.
handwritingHandwriting is formal, clear and legible.
paperSingle, medium-sized sheet is in good-to-fair condition, with light-to-moderate creasing, staining and wear.
inkBrown-black.
noteworthyThe letter is dated July 15, 1767; the trailer, however, notes the date as May 15, 1767. Above the trailer is a section of deleted text in which the date July 1767 can be made out.
EventsFundraising Tour of Great Britain
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