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Tillotson, Mary (fl. 1861-1898) To her sister

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC04558.173 Author/Creator: Tillotson, Mary (fl. 1861-1898) Place Written: Vineland, New Jersey Type: Autograph letter Date: 12 April 1866 Pagination: 2 p. ; 26.5 x 19 cm Order a Copy

Regarding spring planting, current prices and events. Mentions sending representatives to the "Woman's Rights Convention in N.Y. May 10th (possibly the First Women's National Loyal League Convention); opening correspondence with Mrs. Stanton, Lucy Stone; and women's suffrage.

Tillotson, Mary, fl. 1866

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