Item 12: A Letter from John Todd to Andrew [Todd] McClintock, 1828 December 10
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 12
Dates
- 1828 December 10
Creator
- Todd, John, 1779-1862 (Person)
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Extent
From the Collection: 17 Cubic Feet
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Type of Material:
Letter/Correspondence
Condition Note:
Fair. There are several marks/smudges and some torn edges on the bottom edge of the letter.
Measurements:
10 ½ in. x 8 in.
Description:
The following item depicts a letter dated December 10, 1828, written by John Todd to his nephew, Andrew Todd McClintock. In the letter, Todd writes that McClintock’s mother, Hannah Todd McClintock, wished for him to write to Andrew to ensure that he was well after his travels. She also wants to know if he will be quitting his place in Northumberland shortly, and Todd writes that she requests to hear from him more often. Todd also notes that McClintock’s mother has a pair of knitted stockings for him and asks that he send someone up to fetch them for him during the season. Todd finishes the letter by sharing that they are all in good health, even their elderly parents, for which they are thankful.
The back of the manuscript notes that John Todd holds the position of Postmaster.
The back of the manuscript also notes that Andrew Todd McClintock is receiving letters from Mr. Shannon’s Store, near Trappe, Pennsylvania.
Location:
Northumberland, PA.
Transcription:
Front Page:
Respected Nephew) December 10 1828
your mother wished me to awokdrop a line to you to let you know she got down safe and that she enjoys good health. she has a pair of stockings knit for you and would wish you to send by some safe hand for them, she would likewise wish to know if you are going to leave the place or not and when. and how James is and how the people are generally. you can at anytime write to me if you should ever leave North[umberlan]d. it will save expense and give your mother much satisfaction to hear from you often. we are all remarkably healthy in this neighbourhood and have been this season father and mother for persons of their age are remarkably healthy it is a great blessing for old people - I remain your aff[ectiona]te uncle.
Mr. Andrew McClintock JOHN TODD
Back Page:
John Todd Trap(pe) Pa Free Decem[be]r } JOHN TODD P.M [Post Master]
Mr Andrew McClintock At Mr. Shannons Store Northumberland Pa
Letter Jno [John] Todd
Respected Nephew) December 10 1828
your mother wished me to awokdrop a line to you to let you know she got down safe and that she enjoys good health. she has a pair of stockings knit for you and would wish you to send by some safe hand for them, she would likewise wish to know if you are going to leave the place or not and when. and how James is and how the people are generally. you can at anytime write to me if you should ever leave North[umberlan]d. it will save expense and give your mother much satisfaction to hear from you often. we are all remarkably healthy in this neighbourhood and have been this season father and mother for persons of their age are remarkably healthy it is a great blessing for old people - I remain your aff[ectiona]te uncle.
Mr. Andrew McClintock JOHN TODD
Back Page:
John Todd Trap(pe) Pa Free Decem[be]r } JOHN TODD P.M [Post Master]
Mr Andrew McClintock At Mr. Shannons Store Northumberland Pa
Letter Jno [John] Todd
Creator
- Todd, John, 1779-1862 (Person)
Repository Details
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84 W South St.
Wilkes-Barre PA 18701 US
570-408-2000
570-408-7823 (Fax)
ask.archives@wilkes.edu