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Lura Frances Johnson to Mrs. John T. Johnson, 1933 October 31

 File — Box: 2, Folder: 33

Scope and Contents

Addressed to Mrs. John T. Johnson. Describes that she has some free time. Mentions she is sorry about the Measles Diphtheria and Scarlet Fever in West Point. She is glad Marie’s case is light. Mentions mother’s boils and asks if there is anything she can take. Lura takes calcium for asthma. Mentions the weather and how it is warmer. Describes Zinnias and Cosmos flowers are continuing to grow and bloom. Mentions a luncheon in Great Mills. The crowd was so big that Lura, Miss Cau, and Miss Lieghley had to leave before serving. Describes seeing “Ruy Blas” a French play by Victor Hugo starring Walter Hoeupdeue? Described a shopping trip after the show. Wanted to purchase off black stockings. Mentions a store selling them for $1.25. Another store was selling them for $1.35. Described going to a Chinese restaurant with an orchestra. Took a trip to Virginia north of Fredericksburg. Describes a Catholic service. Mentions the Catholics of Virginia have erected a large Crucifix on the highway. Near the crucifix is the burying ground of the Brent Family. Describes the Brents. Mentions they were prominent people in early Maryland history. Mentions Mistress Margaret Brent, governor of the colony after Leonard Calverts The Brent family left Maryland after Mistress Margaret’s actions were criticized. The family ended up in Aquia, Virginia. She was called to Maryland before her death to be exonerated before the State Assembly. Describes a catholic service in Washington.

Names mentioned: Hass, Aunt Ella, Linton, Orwe?, Earl, Lucille, Marie,Uncle Hal, Mr. Pall, Mrs. Pall, Mr. Woods, Frank?, Horace, Miss France, Miss Leighley, Walter Hoeupdeue?, Helen, Appie?, Miss Guy, Mistress Margaret Brent and Brent family, Leonard Calverts, Hélèn Cau, Epphie?, Mr. Knott?

Dates

  • 1933 October 31

Extent

From the Collection: 2 Linear Feet (2 boxes)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the St. Mary's College of Maryland Archives Repository

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