Letter from Ernest Allen to Ellen Lazarus Allen Shutt, January 1, 1880

Two-page letter dated January 1, 1880, from Ernest Allen in Montgomery, Alabama, to his mother, Ellen Lazarus Allen Shutt, in New York City. The letter expresses concern about a family illness (diphtheria) and describes the recent snowfall in Montgomery. The letterhead features boxed advertising and a red illustration of a steam engine. Accompanied by the original envelope addressed to Mrs. E. L. Shutt in New York City. Ellen Lazarus Allen Shutt (1825-1917) was born in Wilmington, North Carolina, into a Jewish family. She married John Allen, who converted to Judaism, and later married Walter Shutt. Ernest Allen (1854-1908) was the son of Ellen Lazarus and John Allen.

Associated People/Businesses

  • Shutt, E. L.
  • Forbes Liddell (Firm)
  • Allen, Ernest
  • Shutt, Ellen Lazarus Allen (1825-1917)

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Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Box 14, Folder 10