Laura E. Wheaton papers, 1861-1882

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Laura E. Wheaton papers, 1861-1882

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/551142154

This collection consists mainly of letters written to Laura E. Richards, of Northville, Mich., from John M. Wheaton during the Civil War. They were married after his discharge from the Army. Other letters are to and from other relatives and friends.

0.5 linear ft. (1 box)

Detroit Public Library, Detroit Main Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7687532

Detroit Public Library, Detroit Main Library

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Richards family.

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Wheaton, John M.

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Weaton family.

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Wheaton, Laura E.

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Laura Richards was known familiarly by her family as "Janey", but called "Laura" by John until after they were married. Laura 's home was in Smithville, Michigan in Wayne County. Smithville, a small town whose name was changed to Waltz in 1872, was located in eastern Sumpter Township. John's home was in Oakville in Monroe County, near the Washtenaw County line. Other letters in the collection are from Laura's uncles, Davis Richards and Alonzo E. Ford. There are also letters to and from other rel...

Richards, Laura E.

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