Addison, Joseph, 1672-1719
Joseph Addison was an English essayist, poet, playwright and politician. Along with his friend, Richard Steele, he co-founded The Spectator magazine. His writing skills led to his holding posts in government during the ascendancy of the Whigs in England.
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[Letter from Elizabeth Upshur Teackle to her sister, Ann Upshur Eyre, April 5, 1813]
Letter from Elizabeth Upshur Teackle to her sister, Ann Upshur Eyre, in response to a letter about Ann's time in Philadelphia. She talks about enjoying imagining the trip and says she sometimes envies her sister. She mentions how her garden is flourishing and asks Ann to bring her hyacinth roots. She also mentions their shared acquaintances John Brown, Samuel Ewing, Benjamin Chew Wilcocks, Valeria Fullerton, Sarah Eyre Lyon, Eleanor "Nelly" Jackson Dennis, and Elizabeth "Betsy" Snead.
[Letter from Elizabeth Upshur Teackle to her sister, Ann Upshur Eyre, October 29, 1813]
Letter from Elizabeth Upshur Teackle to Ann Upshur Eyre, discussing her health, flower gardening, and other daily updates.