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1879 July 1 . L[ydia] O[rcutt] Gage ALS to [Amassa Warren Gage].

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Box 3
Abstract:
Writing to her husband about conflict in their marriage and family, including his efforts to "turn the hearts of my children against a faithful mother" by sharing accusations with them. Recounts their early courtship and marriage, noting times he lied and hardships she experienced due to his choices. Gives particulars of her husband's infidelity, including "hugging and kissing" a fourteen-year-old girl and another "accusation of a deeper die." Notes financial difficulties, mistreatment of children, his giving her an improper dose of medicine, and remaining silent to not bring "disgrace on you nor myself nor children." Would like him to show Dr. Brown this letter if he talks about "his troubles" with the marriage, and disputes his claim that she is "lost to all of Gods mercy."
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8 pages

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