Monthly Archives: January 2024

Chester wrote Emma (Emogene) the same day he wrote to Aida. This is the last known letter Chester wrote to Emma. Emma, sick with TB, was planning to go to Kansas where her brothers were working as ranchers. She planned … Continue reading →

In this last letter to Emma’s sister Ida (Aida), Chester mentions Emma has talked about Aida going West, something Emma was considering. It was hoped the drier weather would help her get over TB. Their Austin brothers Ell and Lon … Continue reading →

Walton, New York, August 17, 1878 Friend Ida, Yours of the 5th is at home to which I shall write a line or two. I don’t know whether I can come to Sullivan or not if I do I can … Continue reading →