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George Q. Cannon letter, 1874 March 27

 Item — Box: 1, Folder: 4
Identifier: MSS 7426 Series 1 Item 10
Scope and Contents

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.

Dates: 1874 March 27

George Q. Cannon letter, 1875 December 21

 Item — Box: 1, Folder: 4
Identifier: MSS 7426 Series 1 Item 11
Scope and Contents Letter from George Q. Cannon to Martha Telle Cannon. George Q. Cannon's first concern in the letter is that Amelia's eyes are becoming crooked. He describes his plans for the holidays, to travel and meet Elizabeth in Chicago or Omaha. Also described is a trip to Philadelphia to see the Centennial Buildings and attend a first-class banquet with the president, the cabinet, and Supreme Court judges. Last, George Q. Cannon expresses a desire for Congress to get back to business after the...
Dates: 1875 December 21

George Q. Cannon letter, 1876 January 10

 Item — Box: 1, Folder: 4
Identifier: MSS 7426 Series 1 Item 12
Scope and Contents

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.

Dates: 1876 January 10

George Q. Cannon letter, 1876 January 19

 Item — Box: 1, Folder: 5
Identifier: MSS 7426 Series 1 Item 13
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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.

Dates: 1876 January 19

George Q. Cannon letter, 1876 March 7

 Item — Box: 1, Folder: 5
Identifier: MSS 7426 Series 1 Item 14
Scope and Contents

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.

Dates: 1876 March 7

George Q. Cannon letter, 1876 May 30

 Item — Box: 1, Folder: 5
Identifier: MSS 7426 Series 1 Item 15
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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.

Dates: 1876 May 30

George Q. Cannon letter, 1876 June 17

 Item — Box: 1, Folder: 6
Identifier: MSS 7426 Series 1 Item 16
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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.

Dates: 1876 June 17

George Q. Cannon letter, 1876 July 13

 Item — Box: 1, Folder: 6
Identifier: MSS 7426 Series 1 Item 17
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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.

Dates: 1876 July 13

George Q. Cannon letter, 1876 December 3

 Item — Box: 1, Folder: 6
Identifier: MSS 7426 Series 1 Item 18
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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.

Dates: 1876 December 3

George Q. Cannon letter, 1877 February 4

 Item — Box: 1, Folder: 7
Identifier: MSS 7426 Series 1 Item 19
Scope and Contents

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.

Dates: 1877 February 4