Elizabeth Waite correspondence, 1779-1792.

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Elizabeth Waite correspondence, 1779-1792.

These letters by and to Elizabeth (Eliza) Waite discuss the social life, manners and customs of young women in Salem and Essex County, Mass., during the late 18th century. The letters illustrate female friendship and language of the time; the primary recipient is Susan (Sukey) Kittredge of Andover, Mass. Eliza Waite's commonplace book, containing proverbs, poetry, and literary quotations, is included.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7614313

Peabody Essex Museum

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Kittredge, Susan Cooke

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Waite, Elizabeth, 1769-1792.

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