[Letter from Elizabeth Upshur Teackle to her sister Ann Upshur Eyre - May 24, 1800]
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Dear Sister
From the great number of letters which I have distributed amongst my friends lately one wou’d suppose me anxious to sign Upshur as often as possible,1 now it is within my power. However, be that as it may I have another reason for addressing this scrawl to you at present. My purpose is to invite Mrs. Rose, with your approbation, to act in capacity of chamber-maid to the ladies on Wednesday, if you have no use for her at home. She may come to Mr. Parker’s in the morning and from thence here by water.
I don’t know what you will say to me for neglecting to send your shawl by cousin John. And I think too, you charged me to be particular in not forgetting it. My apology is mere stupidity and forgetfulness, a very poor one I think. However if your superlative goodness can invent a better, please apply it.
I have cut the paper and don’t think my bushes for the cake pretty in a very eminent degree.
Indeed I don’t know how they shou’d be as it was my first attempt.
Aunt and Juliet's love to you. Give my particular respects to Mrs. Eyre. I hope she has ere now lost her disagreeable companion the Ague.
Farewell ‘till Wednesday, at which time I hope to see you in perfect health and happiness.
Adieu
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From Littleton Upshur Esq.ToMrs. Ann U. Eyre Eyre HallVirginia Northampton County
| [Seaun] | 2.50 |
| Silk | 15 |
| Muslin | 5 |
| Veil | 3 |
| lace | 1.50 |
| thimble | .50 |
| Ribbons | 1.25 |
| Watch | 2 |
| honey | 12 |
| Dr Bell | 10 |
| Watch Key | 3 |
| Maid Cloaths | 5 |
| Sundries | 2.25 |
| [total] | $63 |