1868 Love Letter w/Piece of Fabric

Document type

Letter

Date

August 12, 1868

An intimate 1868 letter from West Boylston, Massachusetts, written by Ruth to James after returning home from a trip. Ruth describes the journey home, family and friends, local happenings, a new dress she purchased, and a proposed trip with James, while offering affectionate and personal glimpses into their relationship and everyday life. There is also an orange piece of fabric she cut from her dress and sent to James