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Letters to Nelle Pickering from Ethel [Pontz] , 1917-1934

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 8

Scope and Contents

In these letters from Ethel [Pontz] to Nelle Pickering she discusses doctor’s visits; her health; thanks Nelle for various gifts; talks about the passing of their aunt Maggie; discusses getting a new maid; talks about her children including when they got sick with German measles and bronchitis; inquires about Nelle’s children; and talks about how an aunt who was staying with her had a stroke. In the letter dated August 9, 1934 Ethel provides condolences for Mrs. P’s passing and discusses her experiences attending the funeral; discusses her children’s school; and talks about George’s fractured ribs and collarbone which landed him in the hospital.

These letters were sent from Lancaster, PA. to Nelle when she lived in Germantown, PA, and St. Louis, MO.

Dates

  • 1917-1934

Conditions Governing Access

There are no access restrictions on this collection.

Extent

From the Collection: 1 box

From the Collection: .42 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Physical Description

8 letters.

Creator

Repository Details

Part of the California State University Dominguez Hills, Gerth Archives and Special Collections Repository

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