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[Letter from Mrs. Watts to Effie Watts, November 27, 1860]
Letter from Mrs. Watts, to her daughter, Effie Watts discussing how she not only misses her but her other children as well and wishes for their safety. She wonders how Effie and the people in Texas think of Lincoln being elected as the next president. Mrs. Watts also updates Effie on the situation back home.
Date:
November 27, 1860
Creator:
Watts, Mrs.
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Annie Watts Winston to Effie Watts, June 20, 1860]
Letter from Annie Watts Winston, to her sister, Effie Watts discussing her being upset with Effie, for leaving so quickly to a hot state such as Texas. Everyone back home was distressed of her leave, illness struck little Johnnie, and a few family members put some pounds on. All of the fruits grew nicely back home.
Date:
May 20, 1860
Creator:
Winston, Annie Watts
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Jeanette Rector to Kenner K. Rector, April 16, 1860]
Letter from Jeanette Rector, to her brother, Kenner K. Rector discussing how her school is flourishing, that she's learning a lot, and that she caught a cold like other students did. She sends her love back home and would love a letter from John as well.
Date:
April 16, 1860
Creator:
Rector, Jeanette
System:
The Portal to Texas History