Letter from D.J. Hynes (Saint Louis) to Joseph Medill, 1871-10-14

File — Box: 5A, Folder: C14

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Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

The Eleanor Medill (Cissy) Patterson Papers consist chiefly of Medill, McCormick and Patterson family correspondence, Joseph Medill business and political letters, Chicago Tribune historical material, and a collection of letters of Joseph Medill and others to and from important people. The papers cover the years 1846-1910, approximately, with most of the material falling in the 1850-1899 period. The name of the collection reflects its provenance, not its contents. There is much information about Mrs. Patterson in letters written by her parents, grandparents, and others, but only a few childhood letters written by her.

Dates

1871-10-14

Creator

From the Collection: Patterson, Eleanor Medill, 1881-1948 (Person)

Conditions Governing Access

There are no restrictions on use of the materials in the department for research; all patrons must comply with federal copyright regulations.

Extent

From the Collection: 17 Boxes

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Additional Description

General

Letterhead: Richmond, Bowman & Co.

Text includes the following: "I have read everything connected with the awful calamity in your city [the Great Fire], and have been proud of the mention made in the dispatches of your personal efforts in the most trying places. I have also read your inspiring editorials, and can only say that you are a blessing to the City of Chicago. You are right in saying you know I will send you the money if I can, and I will say to you I can and will do so."