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Contains 63 Results:

Charles W. Hanson to Robert G. Harper, 1813 July 1

 Item — Box: 1, Folder: 11
Scope and Contents From the Collection: Collection comprises letters to Robert Goodloe Harper from various correspondents. Half the collection comprises letters from Elizabeth Ann Seton regarding Harper's daughters and their studies at Seton's girls school in Emmitburg, Maryland. Collection also includes letters from Mrs. M. E. Latrobe, Robert Milligan, Samuel Smith, Alexander Nisbet, Thomas Tenant, A. McKim, Christopher Hughes, Jr., Philip C. Pendleton, Charles W. Hanson, General Amedee Willott, General John Swan, Philip B. Key,...
Dates: Other: 1813 July 1

General Amédée Willot to Robert G. Harper, 1813 July 26

 Item — Box: 1, Folder: 12
Scope and Contents From the Collection: Collection comprises letters to Robert Goodloe Harper from various correspondents. Half the collection comprises letters from Elizabeth Ann Seton regarding Harper's daughters and their studies at Seton's girls school in Emmitburg, Maryland. Collection also includes letters from Mrs. M. E. Latrobe, Robert Milligan, Samuel Smith, Alexander Nisbet, Thomas Tenant, A. McKim, Christopher Hughes, Jr., Philip C. Pendleton, Charles W. Hanson, General Amedee Willott, General John Swan, Philip B. Key,...
Dates: Other: 1813 July 26

Elizabeth Ann Seton to Robert G. Harper, 1814 - 1820

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 13
Scope and Contents From the Collection: Collection comprises letters to Robert Goodloe Harper from various correspondents. Half the collection comprises letters from Elizabeth Ann Seton regarding Harper's daughters and their studies at Seton's girls school in Emmitburg, Maryland. Collection also includes letters from Mrs. M. E. Latrobe, Robert Milligan, Samuel Smith, Alexander Nisbet, Thomas Tenant, A. McKim, Christopher Hughes, Jr., Philip C. Pendleton, Charles W. Hanson, General Amedee Willott, General John Swan, Philip B. Key,...
Dates: 1814 - 1820

Elizabeth Ann Seton to Robert G. Harper, 1814 January 1

 Item — Box: 1, Folder: 13
Abstract

Postscript of Elizabeth Harper letter to “My Dear Papa.” Seton reports on the health of Mary, Harper's daughter. Though Mary appears well, her “cough makes me uneasy.” Expects Mr. Harper to visit soon.

Dates: 1814 January 1

Elizabeth Ann Seton to Robert G. Harper, 1817 February 5

 Item — Box: 1, Folder: 13
Abstract

Seton recounts the activities and describes the health of Elizabeth, another of the Harper children. She adds: “Mr. Cooper has written to us dear Sir of your truly Benevolent exertions for us.”

Dates: 1817 February 5

Elizabeth Ann Seton to Robert G. Harper, 1817 December 9

 Item — Box: 1, Folder: 13
Abstract

Seton reports that Elizabeth “is in perfect health.” Mentions that “My son William received the midshipman's warrant he so much desired.” Asks to be remembered to Mrs. Harper.

Dates: 1817 December 9

Elizabeth Ann Seton to Robert G. Harper, 1818 January 25

 Item — Box: 1, Folder: 13
Abstract

Seton sympathetically responds to news of Mrs. Harper's illness. Her son William wants to meet Harper in Washington; Harper may be able to provide some assistance. It appears that “no prospect of immediate station in the Navy” exists. William may, however, secure a position on a merchantman vessel during the interim. She adds: “Yr Elizabeth's answer to her dear Brother's letter... will be forwarded by next weeks posts.”

Dates: 1818 January 25

Elizabeth Ann Seton to Robert G. Harper, 1818 February 3

 Item — Box: 1, Folder: 13
Abstract

“My William will hand you this.” Seton comments on the good health of Elizabeth Harper.

Dates: 1818 February 3

Elizabeth Ann Seton to Robert G. Harper, 1818 April 26

 Item — Box: 1, Folder: 13
Abstract

Seton reacts to the apparently grave health condition affecting Mrs. Harper. She states: “I would cheerfully give my life to save that of your precious Mrs. Harper.... Yet respecting the children... she may be sure of every kind of tenderness her own heart could wish for them from us all.”

Dates: 1818 April 26

Elizabeth Ann Seton to Robert G. Harper, 1818 September 20

 Item — Box: 1, Folder: 13
Abstract Seton writes to Mr. and Mrs. Harper; the couple is in London [Evidently, Mrs. Harper regained her health]. She remarks on the scholarly and spiritual progress of daughters Emily and Elizabeth. Seton comments on her own health: “The complaint on my lungs is past human aid, but our God will order all for the best... if indeed I am near death or unable to attend my normal duties I will write you who is in my place.” Her son, “poor William,” has been removed from the Independence to the frigate...
Dates: 1818 September 20