A collection of letters from the Burns and Lynch families in Ireland to their relatives in Philadelphia,
1830-1887.
The Lynches give frequent news of the child, Thomas, and there are some words of criticism of the Burns family's relative lack of interest in him. A recurring theme is entreaties from the Lynches for more letters and more information, which develops over the years into reproaches about ingratitude towards their parents and child,Thomas. There is news of the town and of other people who intend to emigrate, and there is much discussion about the possibility of other family members joining them in America and appeals to William and Hannah as to whether or not they would encourage the idea. The price of food, and the economic situation in general, is often mentioned, and news is included of the erection of a Poor House in the area for the destitute. A letter dated 8 April 1847 refers to the "distress in Ireland"
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| Format: | Manuscript |
| Language: | English |
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| Notes: | Some of the letters have been delivered in person by other emigrants travelling to Philadelphia. William and Hannah Burns left their son Thomas behind in Ireland when they emigrated to Philadelphia in July 1830. Physical description: 17 items. more |
Letter from Guy and Martha Lynch to their daughter and son-in-law,
1839 May 13.
| In Collection: | A collection of letters from the Burns and Lynch families in Ireland to their relatives in Philadelphia,1830-1848 |
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| Language: | English |
| Extent: | 1 item (4 pages). |
| Format: | Manuscript |
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MS 50,128/8
(Manuscripts Reading Room) |
| Rights: | Reproduction rights owned by the National Library of Ireland. |