September 17, 1882 To: Hannah Keith, Galesburg, MI From: Mary Plank, Grand Rapids, MI Did not write sooner as she and her sister had had the measles and then after they recovered they went to Anoka, Minnesota, to visit family members. Carrie is teaching and she works at the Shirt Factory. Wants Hannah and Ethan… Continue reading September 17, 1882 letter to Hannah Keith from Mary Plank
January 15, 1882 To: Sarah Keith From: Harriet Plank, Grand Rapids, MI Apologizes for not answering Sarah’s letter sooner and was glad to get the Galesburg newspaper, but sorry to hears of all the deaths, especially that of Mrs. Towne. Goes on to give an update on her… Continue reading January 15, 1882 letter to Sarah Keith from Harriet Plank
November 6, 1881 To: Hannah Keith, Galesburg, MI From: Mary Plank, Grand Rapids, MI Apologizes for not writing sooner but she had been sick with the ague. She is working at the Shirt Factory. Her brother Will’s baby is five months old and weighs 19 pounds. They had a pleasant visit with Hannah’s mother and… Continue reading November 6, 1881 letter to Hannah Keith from Mary Plank
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