April 13, 1884 To: Herbert Keith From: Harvey Keith, Wyattville, MN Writes that he was feeling better but still couldn’t do anything yet. He received the money from Pa as it came just in the nick of time. He went to church with the Geeslins the week before but took cold and felt worse the… Continue reading April 13, 1884 letter to Herbert Keith from Harvey Keith
May 28, 1882 To: Sarah Keith, Galesburg, MI From: Kate Chaffee, Paw Paw, MI She was out to Oscar’s the week before Katie died and Vern was there until today. Mary was taking Katie’s death very hard. Katie only had two requests: to be buried next to Nettie and that Mary should take care of… Continue reading May 28, 1882 letter to Sarah Keith from Kate Chaffee
May 9, 1882 To: Oscar & Mary Ann Keith From: Sarah Keith A letter of condolence to Oscar and Mary Ann regarding the death of their daughter, Katie. Also writes with an update on her family, particularly that Louese and D.D. Harris were married on April 12th. She also adds a letter of condolence to… Continue reading May 9, 1882 letter to Oscar & Mary Ann Keith from Sarah Keith
July 19, 1874 To: [unknown] From: Isaac Huey It appears he is writing in response to a card he received asking for money and is replying that he doesn’t have any nor does he know when he can get any. His family has been sick and the doctor’s bill is almost $200.00. July 19 1874… Continue reading July 19, 1874 letter from Isaac Huey
January 7, 1874 To: Jessie Keith From: Ella Bogue, Benton Harbor, MI Was hoping to receive a letter from Nettie, but got tired of waiting and so is sending one to her. Would like her to ask Mrs. Lockwood to send her her Singing Book. It is her sister’s and she has needed it several… Continue reading January 7, 1874 letter to Jessie Keith from Ella Bogue
October 8, 1872 To: Frank Tomlinson From: Ethan Keith, Galesburg, MI Should have answered sooner, but had been working at the Grand Rapids & Indiana Railroad. Writes that Henry is thinking of starting a jewelry store, Lucy’s baby died of water on the brain, Eugene Crawford is going to work scaling logs for $30.00 a… Continue reading October 8, 1872 letter to Frank Tomlinson from Ethan Keith
September 22, 1872 To: Frank Tomlinson From: Henry Keith, Galesburg, MI His plans to go west fell through as his friend has lost or is likely to lose his property. He will try to start a business in the fall. Scan of 1872-09-22 Henry Keith to Frank Tomlinson Galesburg Sept 22nd 72 Dear Cousin You… Continue reading September 22, 1872 letter to Frank Tomlinson from Henry Keith
September 17, 1872 To: Nancy Keith From: Sarah Keith, Galesburg, MI Tells Nancy that Pa does not feel well enough to pick her up; however, if she comes on the 4:00 train tomorrow he will meet her in Kalamazoo. He had been at Oscar’s in Deerfield and they had a baby boy, who was five… Continue reading September 17, 1872 letter to Nancy Keith from Sarah Keith
January 18, 1872 To: Sarah Keith From: Oscar Keith, Coloma, MI Was sorry to hear that Kirby had foreclosed on their mortgage. Mentions the birth of several babies. Scan of 1872-01-18 Oscar Keith to Sarah Keith Coloma Jany 18, 1872 Dear Aunt Yours of the 21st was just recd. I was glad to hear from you… Continue reading January 18, 1872 letter to Sarah Keith from Oscar Keith
December 10, 1869 To: Luke & Sarah Keith From: Oscar Keith, Coloma, MI News about neighbors, both past and present. Would like Luke to talk to Mr. Streator about some money he apparently owes them. Alfleda and Mary Ann both add to the letter; Mary Ann mentions that Oscar built a cottage, and that the… Continue reading December 10, 1869 letter to Luke & Sarah Keith from Oscar Keith
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