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[18]51 November 15 . Ned [Edwin] ALS to Pierre [St. M. Andrews]; Richmond, [Virginia].

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Abstract:
Went to choir practice and a dance, but has not been out socializing much due to an abundance of business"since my return from Yankee Land." Had a hunting trip in Chesterfield." . . . Killed a goodly number of Partridges, & Old Hares, one big Owl & at night went ‘Possum' Hunting . . . they are queer chaps, something between a rat & Hog." Writes about bringing an African American man on the hunting trip to help cut down trees to capture the possums. Italian Opera Troupe performing in town. Obtained a book of music from Philadelphia, and inquires after others. Writes about there not being a day"set apart by the Gov't" for Thanksgiving, with only Christmas being the big holiday,"then all hands black & white, bond & free have a holiday." An Episcopal Church is being renovated, and Ned hopes they get a new organ.
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Collection

African American and African Diaspora collection, 1729-1970 (majority within 1781-1865)
Total components 346
Items available online Online 252
Last indexed 2024-08-05