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Letters to William and Eula Phelps, 1901

 File — Box: 4 [X031589131], Folder: 8

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

The William and Eula Richardson Phelps letters (1895-1940; 2 cubic feet) relates the courtship and early marriage of William and Eula Richardson and their life with family members. William was a tobacco salesman for R. H. Fishburne and Company in Roanoke, Virginia and because he travelled across the mid-west for his living, there are frequent letters between the couple, that describe their life at the turn of the century. There are also letters from Eula's family about her mother being unwell, and the medical attention that was provided during this time. A hypnotist by the name of Price is also mentioned. In addition to family correspondence there is a handwritten will from Eula Phelps; a marriage certificate,a wedding "Memories" booklet,a teacher certificate,report cards for her sister Leah Richardson, a Workman's Time book,and photographs of William Stine Phelps, and Eula's father, David P. Phelps.

Dates

  • Creation: 1901

Conditions Governing Access

The collection is open for research use.

Extent

From the Collection: 2 Cubic Feet (4 Document boxes)

Language of Materials

English

Repository Details

Part of the Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library Repository

Contact:
Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library
P.O. Box 400110
University of Virginia
Charlottesville Virginia 22904-4110 United States