Unsigned letter to Bridget Hughes, circa 1850 March 12
File — Shared box: 1222, Folder: 5
Dates
- Creation: approximately 1850 March 12
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
This collection contains five letters written to Bridget Hughes, a recent immigrant to America, by her family in Ireland, including her father Daniel McConville and her uncles James and John McConville. The letters discuss both family news and general events. They are particularly noteworthy in their discussion of the economic and social impact of the Irish Famine. Transcriptions are also included.
Creator
- From the Collection: Hughes, Bridget (Person)
Restrictions on access
Collection is open for research; digital version also available.
Extent
From the Collection: 0.25 Linear Feet (1 container)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the John J. Burns Library Repository
Contact:
John J. Burns Library
Boston College
140 Commonwealth Avenue
Chestnut Hill MA 02467 United States
617-552-4861
library.bc.edu/burns/contact
John J. Burns Library
Boston College
140 Commonwealth Avenue
Chestnut Hill MA 02467 United States
617-552-4861
library.bc.edu/burns/contact