Jacob Woolley, letter, to Eleazar Wheelock, 1762 July 21
Author
Woolley, Jacob
Date21 July, 1762
ms number762421.1
abstractWoolley writes from New Jersey College (Princeton) that he was glad to
have seen Joseph and Hezekiah, and that he enjoys a good state of health.
handwritingClear.
paperModerate wear and creasing; remnants of seal remain.
noteworthyIt is uncertain to whom Woolley refers when he says "Miss
Wheelock." It is likely Mary Brinsmead Wheelock, though her usual title when
referred to in correspondence is "Madame."
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It is with Pleasure that I have once more an opportunity
and Time to write to you. I have had several opportunities since I wrote last, but had no Time. —
I likewise spent some Time with them in their visit to their friends.
I have Nothing material to write, only I would inform you that I am in good State of Health at present.
Please to give my Duty to Miss Wheelock and Love to the rest of the Family and accept the same from your
Humble Servant
Jacob Woolly.