Box 1
Contains 51 Results:
George Q. Cannon letter, 1874 March 27
Letter from George Q. Cannon to Martha Telle Cannon, in which George Q. Cannon expresses sorrow for the bad weather in Utah, and for Lewis's illness. He reports that Congress will likely be held until July at the earliest and that his seat in the House of Representatives is under contestation.
George Q. Cannon letter, 1875 December 21
George Q. Cannon letter, 1876 January 10
Letter from George Q. Cannon to Martha Telle Cannon, in which George Q. Cannon writes in regards to repairs that need to be done around their Utah home, reports on his travels to Chicago and New York, and discusses issues regarding school for Amelia. He also reports on Elizabeth and Mary Alice, and their contentment but longing for home.
George Q. Cannon letter, 1876 January 19
Letter from George Q. Cannon to Martha Telle Cannon, in which George Q. Cannon discusses his excitement over the past week of debate in the House of Representatives. He writes to check up on his children and comments greatly regarding their schoolwork. This letter is written from Washington, D.C., and is incomplete. At least one page is missing.
George Q. Cannon letter, 1876 March 7
Letter from George Q. Cannon to Martha Telle Cannon, in which George Q. Cannon talks of business in the House of Representatives, the implications of the upcoming presidential election, and the long-running session of Congress before adjournment. He also comments on the excitement of having Martha's parents move to Utah. Last, George Q. Cannon writes that he is grateful for the peace and safety that Zion offers, as well as a refuge from the evils of Babylon.
George Q. Cannon letter, 1876 May 30
Letter from George Q. Cannon to Martha Telle Cannon, in which George Q. Cannon writes that he had been very sick since he last wrote, that he has been struggling to hold his seat in the House of Representatives, and that he misses home but doesn't think that Congress will adjourn soon.
George Q. Cannon letter, 1876 June 17
Letter from George Q. Cannon to Martha Telle Cannon, in which George Q. Cannon tells of the dead lock in the House of Representatives, the House's wish to adjourn, and the Republican presidential nomination. He also expresses that he is in good health and that he loves and misses his children.
George Q. Cannon letter, 1876 July 13
Letter from George Q. Cannon to Martha Telle Cannon in which George Q. Cannon brings no news of adjournment and remains frustrated at staying in Washington, D.C. for so long. He complains of the heat and is anxious to come home.
George Q. Cannon letter, 1876 December 3
Letter from George Q. Cannon to Martha Telle Cannon, in which George Q. Cannon tells of his safe arrival in Washington, D.C. He expresses his love to his sisters, wife, and children.
George Q. Cannon letter, 1877 February 4
Letter from George Q. Cannon to Martha Telle Cannon, in which he expresses his desire to come home, and discusses the excitement around the presidential and vice-presidential elections. This letter is incomplete.