Letter from Lawrence to Elisha Morrow

 Collection
Identifier: 2016-04

Scope and Contents

The collection contains one letter from Lawrence to his sister, Elisa Morrow, in Wisconsin. In the letter, Lawrence describes living in Candelaria, Nevada as well as his plans to relocate to Independence, Inyo County, California in the following month. He also discusses business plans and his family. Also included is an envelope printed with advertising for "The Chloride Belt" in the top left corner.

Dates

  • January 19, 1893

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open for research. Materials must be used on-site; advance notice suggested. Access to parts of this collection may be restricted under provisions of state or federal law.

Historical Note

Lawrence was resident of Candelaria, Nevada in 1893 who was planning on relocating to Independence, California in February 1893.

Extent

0.4 Linear Feet (2 leaves)

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

Lawrence Marrow was resident of Candelaria, Nevada in 1893 who was planning on relocating to Independence, California in February 1893. The collection contains one letter written by Lawrence to his sister Elisha in Green Bay, Wisconsin regarding his feelings toward Nevada and experiences there.

Arrangement

Arranged as a single item collection without hierarchy.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Purchased from Holabird Western Americana Collections, LLC in May 2016.

Title
Guide to the Letter from Lawrence to Elisha Morrow
Status
Completed
Author
Jessica Maddox
Date
January 2019
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin

Repository Details

Part of the University of Nevada, Reno. Special Collections Department Repository

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