This collection chiefly contains correspondence written by members of the Hurlbert and Chenowith families of New England and the American Southwest, between 1869-1902, discussing family matters and day-to-day life. The letters from the Southwest also discuss farming, Native Americans, local crime, and mining.

164 items in 3 boxes

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