[D8816AAS1], Letter from W F Beardslee to Thomas Alva Edison, September 12th, 1888
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Title
[D8816AAS1], Letter from W F Beardslee to Thomas Alva Edison, September 12th, 1888
Editor's Notes
New name mention: Lester Beardslee. You will see by enclosed slip the death of Mr. Beardslee who married Laura Dingee a relation of yours. # It is a sad case and you have probably noticed the particulars in the papers. ## I personally defrayed all the funeral expenses and intend to assist the widow to the extent of my ability. She and her little boy Lester are entirely destitute and are in urgent need of assistance. It is a worthy case and if you feel as if you would like to assist her and the smallest assistance will be appreciated, I am sure. I would be glad to receive it on her account or you could if agreeable communicate direct with Mrs. Beardslee [Brooklyn address]" TAE marg: "Johnny write Mrs. Beardslee at her address and say that I shall forward her every Saturday a check for ten dollars for six months so she can have time to better herself (one more illeg line]
Author
Recipient
Date
1888-09-12
Type
Folder/Volume ID
D8816-F
Microfilm ID
121:1126
Document ID
D8816AAS1
Publisher
Thomas A. Edison Papers, School of Arts and Sciences, Rutgers University