Document, 1780 August 28

Title
Document, 1780 August 28
Library Location
Rare Book & Manuscript Library, Columbia University
Name
Jay, Sarah Livingston (Author)
Livingston, Susannah French (Addressee)
Format
correspondence
Digital Project
Papers of John Jay
Date
1780 August 28
Physical Description
6
Subjects
United States--History--Revolution, 1775-1783; Jay, John, 1745-1829
Summary
A touching letter informing her mother of the conditions surrounding the death of her new born baby girl. John Jay is absent at the Court, and she is quite lonely. He has been a source of strength during their adversity. A messenger has arrived from John Jay with dispatches from America, and she is delighted to receive news of friends. Congratulations and best wishes on sister Judy's marriage. As it took place in the same month as Sarah's, she hopes that Judy's marriage will be as happy as hers.
Identifier
columbia.jay.06399