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- [Letter from Birdie McKinley to Linnet White and Family, March 13, 1917]
- Letter to Linnet White from Birdie McKinley. She writes of news involving friends and family, including the death of Mrs. Wallace, illnesses that have been going around, family visiting, and a new car that was purchased by a cousin.
- [Envelope from Gallatin, Tennessee, June 13, 1878]
- An envelope that is torn and stained has a postal stamp on the front stating that it was sent from Gallatin, Tennessee. On the back is a message dated June 13, 1878. The note talks about a visit from Dudley and the children, letters received this week, and the weather.
- [Envelope, May 13, 1890]
- This document is from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is an envelop sent for an unknown writer. The envelope is Addressed to Charles B. Moore who was located in Melissa, Texas. The postal stamp is from Nashville, Tennessee and it is dated May 13, 1890. The back of the envelop has a post marked stamp from Melissa, Texas with no date.
- [Letter from J. J. Crawford to Henry S. Moore, November 13, 1889]
- This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by J. J. Crawford and addressed to Henry S. Moore. In this letter, Crawford details the bow he has received from Henry and how it makes him reminiscence of their past times. He mentions that he will practice his archery skills when he has more time and will read through Henry's instructions more thoroughly when he begins to practice. Crawford notes that he is pleased to learn that C. B and his family have arrived home in good order and details that their visit was welcomed and such a pleasure. He closes his letter by stating that C.B. could relay the goings-on during his visit with Crawford and to remind C. B. and Molissa Wallace to write soon.Crawford sends his highest regards to all his old Tennessee friends and to Henry at the letter's end. The envelope is included with the letter.
- [Envelope from Josephus Moore addressed to Charles Moore, May 13, 1865]
- Envelope from Josephus Moore addressed to Charles Moore. The post mark indicates that it was sent through Shelbyville, Tennessee. The stamp has been removed.
- [Letter from Alice Griffin to Mary Moore, October 13, 1898]
- She was glad to receive letters from them. She hopes they are doing well and received Linnet's picture. She mentions the weather and how it is disturbing the planting of wheat. Her horse Mollie died and she has been unable to do anything since. She mentions that Will is working on Dock Dobbin's house. Mr. Griffin went to Springfield to see John Steward. Real estate agents are trying to get the farms to sell to a colony. They ended up joining, but she doesn't think it will work out. Her grandmother was pressured to sell, but she couldn't decide and got upset. She would like to hear about Charles and Linnet's trip. She asks about Sallie W. and gives a message to Bettie. She talks about flowers and who Lillian is asking for. Minnie was supposed to write and she asks that they write back soon.
- [Letter from Charles B. Moore to Mary Ann Moore, January 13, 1900]
- This is a letter from the Charles B. Moore Collection. It is written by Charles B. Moore and is addressed to Mary Ann Moore. In this letter, Charles informs Mary of the goings-on in Advalorem, Texas. The news includes: detailed accounts of daily chores around the house, updates on agricultural chores around the land such as clearing wood, stacking corn, and general maintenance of the farm, a confirmation about receiving Mary's letter, a discussion about the news from Gallatin,TN, a dialogue about the possibility of Mary not receiving all the letters Linnet and Charles sent to her, details about Will's trip to church, and a recount of his afternoon and evening. In Moore's letter dated January 14, 1900, he discusses the day's chores and notes that this day is a glorious one. He notes that he showered and got ready for the day, but needed a bit of hep from Linnet with his dressing. His mention community news and details what Linnet prepared for their dinner. He tells Mary that her absence allows Linnet and himself to take on responsibilities that usually fall on Mary, but he is happy to take them on because it means that Mary can relax when she is in Gallatin. He thanks her for taking care of their home while he and Linnet were in Colorado. He notes that it is now their turn to take of the home while Mary is away with her family. He closes the letter by giving a weather update and noting that this letter will go into the mail in the morning.
- [Transcript of letter from Elvira Moore to Aunt Till and Papa, November 13, 1870]
- Transcript of a letter from Elvira Moore to her father and Aunt Till regarding friends and family, farming, local news, and day to day activities.
- [Letter from Charles B. Moore to Elvira Moore, October 13, 1856]
- Letter to Elvira Moore from Charles B. Moore about his time in Nashville and a nearby camp. Charles mentioned local politics for an election.
- [Letter from Elvira Moore to Aunt Till and Papa, November 13, 1870]
- Letter from Elvira Moore to her father and Aunt Till regarding friends and family, farming, local news, and day to day activities.
- [Land Grant Indenture Document]
- Legal document for an indenture between James Winchester and Israel Moore of Sumner County, Tennessee which grants Moore land when he can pay $100 to the current owner, written October 17th, 1796. There are addenda acknowledging the land transfer, finalized in December, 1797.