Lee, Robert E. (1807-1870) to Miss Norvell Caskie re: her upcoming marriage
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01435 Author/Creator: Lee, Robert E. (1807-1870) Place Written: Lexington, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1869/01/14 Pagination: 2 p. + env 21 x 13 cm Order a Copy
Written just before Miss Caskie married, as President of Washington College.
Lexington Va: 14 Jany 1869
My dear Miss Norvell
As the day of your nuptials approaches, my thoughts went to you more often & intensely, & I recall the manifold kindnesses of your dear father & mother & the affectionate consideration of yourself with increased gratitude & pleasure.
Your future happiness is therefore I assure you a matter of deep concern to me, & this most important event in your life once of great interest. May it prove as happy as I sincerely wish it. May the blessing of kind Heaven accompany you throughout your course on earth, & may a merciful Providence shield you from all [2] evil & lead you at the end to everlasting joy & peace.
Hoping that you will not forget us but will sometimes give us the pleasure of your company.
I am with true affection
you constant friend
R. E. Lee
Miss Norvell Caskie
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