Letter from Mark B. Hardin to Susan L. Hardin, 1865

Creator:

Hardin, Mark B. (Mark Bernard), 1838-1916

Scope and content:

Written from Washington, D.C. Letter regards Lauriston B. Hardin's estate.

Language:

English.

Other descriptive data:

Washington

My dear Sue

I told you in my last that the proceeds of sale of Alexa(ndria) property could not be gotten at first (?). The payments have not been completed & little or nothing can be done in the case until the November Court.

With regard to the funds in Washington - you and John have each have about $2300, which the court will order to be payed (sic) to your guardian.

Since writing to you, Judge Wylie has informed me that a guardian can be appointed here without the presence of John & yourself. Therefore if you choose not to have the matter deferred, I will see if the amount in the hands of the court cannot be obtained.

Phil is still your guardian in Va. & he may possibly get the money without further proceeding in the way of appointments, etc. I will not do anything until I hear from you, but let me know at once whether you wish the money sent on to you. It is at present invested in 7 3/10 bonds. See your Uncle Walter & Grandma & ask their advice.

Let me know what disposition you wish made of the money. I have written this, for fear that you and John may have immediate wants. Tell me also whether you have yet a guardian in North Carolina.

I will not be able to visit you for some time, my dear Sue, as I am yet unemployed & can not think of traveling just now. If I should be fortunate enough to get something to do, I hope to run down and see you all this fall or in the winter. Everything is so compromising, that it is enough to depress anyone. I will keep you constantly informed of my movements and hope soon to tell you that. I am no longer a gentleman of elegance & leisure.

Address all your letters for the present to care of Dr. W.P. Johnston. Your affectionate remembrances of Grandfather & the family are highly appreciated and all returning most warmly their love to you & John. Write often Sue & do not be ceremonious. Kindest regards to your grandma & family.

Subjects:

Correspondence

Names:

Hardin, Mark B. (Mark Bernard), 1838-1916

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