Georgia Bovell Letters - Outgoing Correspondence, 1885-1889
Scope and Contents
Letters to and from Georgia Bovell, of Mattoon, Illinois, during the 1880s. Georgia, a young teacher in Illinois corresponds with family and friends as she tries to find a position and settle down. Her friends, also teachers, share their experiences in the school room. These letters provide insight into the everyday lives of young American women between 1884 and 1889.
Dates
- Creation: 1885-1889
Creator
- From the Collection: Hall, Wade (Donor, Person)
Conditions Governing Access
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Extent
From the Collection: 15.2 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
General
Formerly MSS.3169 Georgia Bovell Correspondence and MSS.3862 Hattie R. Letters
Repository Details
Part of the The University of Alabama Libraries Special Collections Repository