Letter from Sarah, in Charleston, to her mother at Hopeton. She discusses the weather, the state of the house and her mother's things, and the health of their family.
Postcard of the brick and wrought iron doorway and gateway at the Simmons-Edwards House in Charleston, S.C. Back of postcard reads, "One of the very finest examples of dignity and beauty in doorway, steps, and ironwork is in this period approach."
Postcard of the Sword Gate at Simonton House in Charleston, S.C. Back of postcard reads, "The Simonton house at 32 Legare Street was built in 1776. These noted gates and gateway were placed here between 1815-1820. The sword gates are considered the finest examples of early wrought iron work."
A page relating the Annual Report of the Tract Commission submitted by Samuel H. Goldenson to the Board of Managers of Synagogue and School Extension in Pittsburgh, PA. The report notes a tract to be published by Rabbi Dr. Jacob S. Raisin entitled, "Kindness to Animals."
Poem by Penina Moise entitled, "Lines on the Above," regarding a quote on the death of Philip Percival. First line of the poem reads, "The angels had been watching long..."
Poem by Penina Moise entitled, "Bonaparte's Address to the French Army in Italy." First line of the poem reads, "Ye have rushed, men of France, in your cataract course..."
Poem by Penina Moise entitled, "Address-Of a Hebrew Minstrel to the Elders of Babylon, who Checked his Song." First line of the poem reads, "Fathers! Ye weep and cry forbear..."
Poem by Penina Moise entitled, "Poetry's Remonstrance Against the Usurpation of Prose." First line of the poem reads, "Why have you forsaken me, Lady?"
Poem by Penina Moise entitled, "Word Portraits of Authors [Akenside, Rogers and Campbell]." First line of the poem reads, "On yonder famous Trio cast your eyes..."
Petition of Alexander Blyth to the St. Andrew's Society requesting assistance from the St. Andrew's society, explaining that he is unable to ply his trade as a ship carpenter because of prolonged illness.