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Letter from Charlotte Cushman to Helen Hunt Jackson, n.d.

They are discussing a shared carriage ride.Transcripts courtesy of Nancy Knipe, Colorado College.

Letter from Charlotte Cushman to Helen Hunt Jackson, n.d.

Charlotte Cushman writes about a snow storm and travel plans.Transcripts courtesy of Nancy Knipe, Colorado College.

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Letter from Charlotte Cushman to Helen Hunt Jackson, n.d.

Charlotte Cushman writes from Newport, has met with the Fields in Boston.Transcripts courtesy of Nancy Knipe, Colorado College.

Letter from Charlotte Cushman to Helen Hunt Jackson, n.d.

Charlotte Cushman tells Helen Hunt that she, Emma Stebbins, and Emma Crow Cushman cannot visit Hunt.Transcripts courtesy of Nancy Knipe, Colorado College.

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Letter from Charlotte Cushman to Helen Hunt Jackson, n.d.

Charlotte Cushman discusses her current state of health and living situation.Transcripts courtesy of Nancy Knipe, Colorado College.

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Letter from Charlotte Cushman to Helen Hunt Jackson, March 4, 1870

Cushman is again suffering from the climate in Rome. Emma Stebbins and Emma Crow Cushman are with her.Regarding the quarrel with Grace Greenwood, Cushman writes that mutual friends are now involved in this matter as well. She does not seem to know…

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Letter from Charlotte Cushman to Helen Hunt Jackson, June 7, 1870

Emma Stebbins suffers from problems with her eyes. Emma Stebbins, Emma Crow Cushman, and Charlotte Cushman are in Paris.Transcripts courtesy of Nancy Knipe, Colorado College.

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Letter from Charlotte Cushman to Helen Hunt Jackson, June 27, [1869?]

Charlotte Cushman is currently undergoing breast cancer treatment. She is surrounded by her friends and with Emma Stebbins.Transcripts courtesy of Nancy Knipe, Colorado College.

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Letter from Charlotte Cushman to Helen Hunt Jackson, July 28, 1869

Charlotte Cushman suffers from anxiety alsu due to the prospect that she may have to undergo surgery in Edinburgh with James Simpson.She describes her brother as a "sweet tender womanly natured creature not fit to be a man" who "believes in his…

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Letter from Charlotte Cushman to Helen Hunt Jackson, Jan 10, 1870

Charlotte Cushman criticizes the "looseness" of New York's divorce law and concept of marriage.Helen Hunt is going back to the US and leaving England. Charlotte shares her thoughts on feeling homesick. Emma Stebbins is with Cushman but not in good…

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Letter from Charlotte Cushman to Helen Hunt Jackson, Dec 6, 1869

At this state, Charlotte Cushman is "a poor shaky old 'queen'" who contemplates going back to the US.She comments on her relationship with Emma Stebbins and reveals a breach of trust with, presumably, Emma Crow Cushman:"You are wrong dear in you…

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Letter from Charlotte Cushman to Helen Hunt Jackson, Dec 6, [1870?]

Charlotte Cushman writes about her health and housing situation.Transcripts courtesy of Nancy Knipe, Colorado College.

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Letter from Charlotte Cushman to Helen Hunt Jackson, Dec 29, 1870

Charlotte Cushman refers to a "Note of Welcome" that Helen Hunt published recently and which speaks favourably about Cushman. Charlotte is grateful to Helen.She speaks fondly of Emma Stebbins's sister, Mrs. Garland.Transcripts courtesy of Nancy…

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Letter from Charlotte Cushman to Helen Hunt Jackson, Dec 21, 1869

Charlotte Cushman is back in Rome with Emma Stebbins and Emma Crow Cushman. Apparently, Helen Hunt warned her after the last letter that some of the "dangerous words inside" the last letter could have been read through the envelope. Many friends…

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Letter from Charlotte Cushman to Helen Hunt Jackson, Dec 2, [1870?]

Cushman reports her plans and negotiations regarding a house in Newport. She tells Helen Hunt that whenever her name is mentioned, she has to pay more for services since she is well-known among US-American people.For transcripts, please visit…

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Letter from Charlotte Cushman to Helen Hunt Jackson, Dec 19, 1870

Charlotte Cushman is worried about Hunt who has not sent any letter lately. She asks Helen for help and advice in searching for a room to stay and her negotiations with "Riggs."Transcripts courtesy of Nancy Knipe, Colorado College.

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Letter from Charlotte Cushman to Helen Hunt Jackson, Dec 10, [1870]

Charlotte Cushman confirms housing arrangements for her visit.Transcripts courtesy of Nancy Knipe, Colorado College.

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Letter from Charlotte Cushman to Helen Hunt Jackson, Aug 23, 1869

Charlotte Cushman's operation, which she calls her "trial," is scheduled for August 26, 1869.Transcripts courtesy of Nancy Knipe, Colorado College.

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Letter from Charlotte Cushman to Helen Hunt Jackson, [1869]

Charlotte Cushman mentions "Miss E Wood of Rome, a very fine scholar, a good critic, & one who has ways of getting information."Transcripts courtesy of Nancy Knipe, Colorado College.

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Letter from Charlotte Cushman to Hanson Risley, Dec 12, 1868

Cushman decided to invest in the Seneca Stone Quarry against the will of Wayman Crow who manages her finances.She repeatedly mentions "our good & noble friend" in her letters to Mr Risley and asks for employment for some of her family members.…

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