Abbatt Family Collection
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The Abbatt family was a Quaker family who lived in the towns and villages of Preston, Ribchester and Garstang in Lancashire, England. Family members include Robert Abbatt, Jonathan Abbatt (1829-1905), and Mary Dilworth Abbatt (1828-1901). The collection is comprised of courtship correspondence between Jonathan Abbatt and Mary Dilworth.
The letters chronicle their courtship, discussions of faith, and local events, and feature examples of cross-hatching, where a letter writer saved paper by overlapping one set of writing with another set at right angles.
The collection also includes a bound volume of a copy of a waterworks grant (dating from 1729 to 1750) from the Corporation of Preston for Robert Abbatt and Thomas Kellet to establish Preston Waterworks.
Additional materials relating to the family can be found in the Abbatt Family Fonds.
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Collection Details
- Items 169
- Last Updated 2025-05-20
Works (169)
151. Letter from Mary Dilworth (later Abbatt) to Jonathan Abbatt, April 02, 1855
- Title:
- Letter from Mary Dilworth (later Abbatt) to Jonathan Abbatt, April 02, 1855
- Description:
- This letter is part of a series of courtship correspondence between Jonathan Abbatt and Mary Dilworth (later Abbatt). The Abbatt family was a Quaker family who lived in the towns and villages of Preston, Ribchester, and Garstang in Lancashire, England. The letters chronicle the courtship, discussions of faith, local events, shared sentiments, etc. Mary sometimes addressed as Polly in the letters. Please note that the months on the letters’ dates were added as numerical values rather than the month's name (e.g. 2 Mo = February). Mary writes that she was happy that Jonathan wrote to her parents, and she is working out writing her consent and getting Samuel and Mary to sign it. She suggests to Jonathan that he come to visit and they could maybe meet at the station, where they could also get Joseph and Lucy Jackson to sign. She wishes she didn't have to do all this consent work.
- Subject:
- Faith, Quakers, Man-woman relationships--Religious aspects, Families, Man-woman relationships, Interpersonal relations, Quakers--Family relationships, Courtship, and Marriage
- Creator:
- Abbatt, Mary, 1828-1901
- Contributor:
- Abbatt, Jonathan, 1829-1905
- Language:
- eng
- Date Created:
- 1855-04-02
- Rights Statement:
- No Copyright - Non-Commercial Use Only
- License:
- Contact Special Collections and University Archives for access to the original. This material is made available on this site for research and private study only.
- Resource Type:
- http://purl.org/dc/dcmitype/Text
- Extent:
- 4 pages ; 18.2 x 23 cm, 18.2 x 11.5 cm
- Geographic Coverage:
- England--Preston (Lancashire)
- Coordinates:
- 53.76282, -2.70452
- Additional Physical Characteristics:
- Handwritten in black ink. Stamp on envelope.
- Physical Repository:
- University of Victoria (B.C.). Library
- Collection:
- Abbatt Family Collection
- Provider:
- University of Victoria (B.C.). Library
- Genre:
- letters (correspondence), envelopes, personal correspondence, and correspondence
- Archival Item Identifier:
- Accession Number: 2011-039, File: 1.13
- Fonds Title:
- Abbatt family fonds
- Fonds Identifier:
- SC463
- Is_referenced_by:
- Special Collections Finding Aid: https://search.archives.uvic.ca/abbatt-family-fonds
- Date Digitized:
- 2023-12-19
- Technical Note:
- Scanned on EPSON 10000XL (600 dpi no correction) by MT Note: there was a lot of colour correction done (brightness/contrast), especially from Abbatt_2011-039_1-12_361 to the end of the collection. Brightness/contrast settings are noted in README file. Scale: 65% reduction unless noted Metadata by MT
152. Letter from Jonathan Abbatt to Mary Dilworth (later Abbatt), April 03, 1855
- Title:
- Letter from Jonathan Abbatt to Mary Dilworth (later Abbatt), April 03, 1855
- Description:
- This letter is part of a series of courtship correspondence between Jonathan Abbatt and Mary Dilworth (later Abbatt). The Abbatt family was a Quaker family who lived in the towns and villages of Preston, Ribchester, and Garstang in Lancashire, England. The letters chronicle the courtship, discussions of faith, local events, shared sentiments, etc. Mary sometimes addressed as Polly in the letters. Please note that the months on the letters’ dates were added as numerical values rather than the month's name (e.g. 2 Mo = February). Jonathan explains the reason for his trip to Bolton was to help his brother, James, to leave/move(?), due to a rumour that Sam Jespers was intending to do something.
- Subject:
- Man-woman relationships, Courtship, Quakers, Man-woman relationships--Religious aspects, Faith, Families, Interpersonal relations, Quakers--Family relationships, and Marriage
- Creator:
- Abbatt, Jonathan, 1829-1905
- Contributor:
- Abbatt, Mary, 1828-1901
- Language:
- eng
- Date Created:
- 1855-04-03
- Rights Statement:
- No Copyright - Non-Commercial Use Only
- License:
- Contact Special Collections and University Archives for access to the original. This material is made available on this site for research and private study only.
- Resource Type:
- http://purl.org/dc/dcmitype/Text
- Extent:
- 2 pages ; 18.6 x 23.2 cm
- Geographic Coverage:
- England--Lancaster
- Coordinates:
- 54.04649, -2.79988
- Additional Physical Characteristics:
- Handwritten in black ink. Stamp on envelope.
- Physical Repository:
- University of Victoria (B.C.). Library
- Collection:
- Abbatt Family Collection
- Provider:
- University of Victoria (B.C.). Library
- Genre:
- personal correspondence, correspondence, envelopes, and letters (correspondence)
- Archival Item Identifier:
- Accession Number: 2011-039, File: 1.8
- Fonds Title:
- Abbatt family fonds
- Fonds Identifier:
- SC463
- Is_referenced_by:
- Special Collections Finding Aid: https://search.archives.uvic.ca/abbatt-family-fonds
- Date Digitized:
- 2023-11-07
- Technical Note:
- Scanned on EPSON 10000XL (600 dpi no correction) by MT Note: there was a lot of colour correction done (brightness/contrast), especially from Abbatt_2011-039_1-12_361 to the end of the collection. Brightness/contrast settings are noted in README file. Scale: 65% reduction unless noted Metadata by MT
153. Letter from Jonathan Abbatt to Mary Dilworth (later Abbatt), April 06, 1855
- Title:
- Letter from Jonathan Abbatt to Mary Dilworth (later Abbatt), April 06, 1855
- Description:
- This letter is part of a series of courtship correspondence between Jonathan Abbatt and Mary Dilworth (later Abbatt). The Abbatt family was a Quaker family who lived in the towns and villages of Preston, Ribchester, and Garstang in Lancashire, England. The letters chronicle the courtship, discussions of faith, local events, shared sentiments, etc. Mary sometimes addressed as Polly in the letters. Please note that the months on the letters’ dates were added as numerical values rather than the month's name (e.g. 2 Mo = February). Jonathan tells Mary that the reaction to his recent speech was well received, and that others now see him as a young man to look up to. He also updates her about the situation between his brother James, and Sam Jespers. It seems there were misunderstandings on both sides, but now that it has been cleared up, James will be able to stay in his place and not have to move.
- Subject:
- Interpersonal relations, Man-woman relationships, Marriage, Man-woman relationships--Religious aspects, Faith, Quakers, Quakers--Family relationships, Courtship, and Families
- Creator:
- Abbatt, Jonathan, 1829-1905
- Contributor:
- Abbatt, Mary, 1828-1901
- Language:
- eng
- Date Created:
- 1855-04-06
- Rights Statement:
- No Copyright - Non-Commercial Use Only
- License:
- Contact Special Collections and University Archives for access to the original. This material is made available on this site for research and private study only.
- Resource Type:
- http://purl.org/dc/dcmitype/Text
- Extent:
- 3 pages ; 17.6 x 22.8 cm, 11.4 x 17.6 cm
- Geographic Coverage:
- England--Garstang
- Coordinates:
- 53.90081, -2.77417
- Additional Physical Characteristics:
- Handwritten in black ink. Stamp on envelope.
- Physical Repository:
- University of Victoria (B.C.). Library
- Collection:
- Abbatt Family Collection
- Provider:
- University of Victoria (B.C.). Library
- Genre:
- correspondence, envelopes, letters (correspondence), and personal correspondence
- Archival Item Identifier:
- Accession Number: 2011-039, File: 1.8
- Fonds Title:
- Abbatt family fonds
- Fonds Identifier:
- SC463
- Is_referenced_by:
- Special Collections Finding Aid: https://search.archives.uvic.ca/abbatt-family-fonds
- Date Digitized:
- 2023-11-07
- Technical Note:
- Scanned on EPSON 10000XL (600 dpi no correction) by MT Note: there was a lot of colour correction done (brightness/contrast), especially from Abbatt_2011-039_1-12_361 to the end of the collection. Brightness/contrast settings are noted in README file. Scale: 65% reduction unless noted Metadata by MT
154. Letter from Mary Dilworth (later Abbatt) to Jonathan Abbatt, April 08, 1855
- Title:
- Letter from Mary Dilworth (later Abbatt) to Jonathan Abbatt, April 08, 1855
- Description:
- This letter is part of a series of courtship correspondence between Jonathan Abbatt and Mary Dilworth (later Abbatt). The Abbatt family was a Quaker family who lived in the towns and villages of Preston, Ribchester, and Garstang in Lancashire, England. The letters chronicle the courtship, discussions of faith, local events, shared sentiments, etc. Mary sometimes addressed as Polly in the letters. Please note that the months on the letters’ dates were added as numerical values rather than the month's name (e.g. 2 Mo = February). Mary writes that she was surprised to see David the other night and didn't think that he would show up this week. Her cousin is coming to visit so Mary will ask her to post her letter when she gets to Preston which will save her some time. Mary also informs him that she will take the first train to Preston the following week.
- Subject:
- Quakers, Quakers--Family relationships, Courtship, Man-woman relationships, Man-woman relationships--Religious aspects, Faith, Marriage, Families, and Interpersonal relations
- Creator:
- Abbatt, Mary, 1828-1901
- Contributor:
- Abbatt, Jonathan, 1829-1905
- Language:
- eng
- Date Created:
- 1855-04-08
- Rights Statement:
- No Copyright - Non-Commercial Use Only
- License:
- Contact Special Collections and University Archives for access to the original. This material is made available on this site for research and private study only.
- Resource Type:
- http://purl.org/dc/dcmitype/Text
- Extent:
- 2 pages ; 18.2 x 23 cm
- Geographic Coverage:
- England--Preston (Lancashire)
- Coordinates:
- 53.76282, -2.70452
- Additional Physical Characteristics:
- Handwritten in black ink. Stamp cut out from envelope.
- Physical Repository:
- University of Victoria (B.C.). Library
- Collection:
- Abbatt Family Collection
- Provider:
- University of Victoria (B.C.). Library
- Genre:
- letters (correspondence), correspondence, envelopes, and personal correspondence
- Archival Item Identifier:
- Accession Number: 2011-039, File: 1.13
- Fonds Title:
- Abbatt family fonds
- Fonds Identifier:
- SC463
- Is_referenced_by:
- Special Collections Finding Aid: https://search.archives.uvic.ca/abbatt-family-fonds
- Date Digitized:
- 2023-12-19
- Technical Note:
- Scanned on EPSON 10000XL (600 dpi no correction) by MTNote: there was a lot of colour correction done (brightness/contrast), especially from Abbatt_2011-039_1-12_361 to the end of the collection. Brightness/contrast settings are noted in README file.Scale: 65% reduction unless notedMetadata by MT
155. Letter from Jonathan Abbatt to Mary Dilworth (later Abbatt), April 15, 1855
- Title:
- Letter from Jonathan Abbatt to Mary Dilworth (later Abbatt), April 15, 1855
- Description:
- This letter is part of a series of courtship correspondence between Jonathan Abbatt and Mary Dilworth (later Abbatt). The Abbatt family was a Quaker family who lived in the towns and villages of Preston, Ribchester, and Garstang in Lancashire, England. The letters chronicle the courtship, discussions of faith, local events, shared sentiments, etc. Mary sometimes addressed as Polly in the letters. Please note that the months on the letters’ dates were added as numerical values rather than the month's name (e.g. 2 Mo = February). Jonathan writes that he's interested to know what Mary's day is going to be like before the wedding. He talks more about his business and of getting the house ready to move in.
- Subject:
- Families, Man-woman relationships, Marriage, Interpersonal relations, Courtship, Faith, Man-woman relationships--Religious aspects, Quakers, and Quakers--Family relationships
- Creator:
- Abbatt, Jonathan, 1829-1905
- Contributor:
- Abbatt, Mary, 1828-1901
- Language:
- eng
- Date Created:
- 1855-04-15
- Rights Statement:
- No Copyright - Non-Commercial Use Only
- License:
- Contact Special Collections and University Archives for access to the original. This material is made available on this site for research and private study only.
- Resource Type:
- http://purl.org/dc/dcmitype/Text
- Extent:
- 4 pages ; 17.6 x 22.8 cm
- Geographic Coverage:
- England--Staffordshire
- Coordinates:
- 52.8577, -2.03686
- Additional Physical Characteristics:
- Handwritten in black ink. Stamp on envelope.
- Physical Repository:
- University of Victoria (B.C.). Library
- Collection:
- Abbatt Family Collection
- Provider:
- University of Victoria (B.C.). Library
- Genre:
- letters (correspondence), envelopes, correspondence, and personal correspondence
- Archival Item Identifier:
- Accession Number: 2011-039, File: 1.8
- Fonds Title:
- Abbatt family fonds
- Fonds Identifier:
- SC463
- Is_referenced_by:
- Special Collections Finding Aid: https://search.archives.uvic.ca/abbatt-family-fonds
- Date Digitized:
- 2023-11-07
- Technical Note:
- Scanned on EPSON 10000XL (600 dpi no correction) by MT Note: there was a lot of colour correction done (brightness/contrast), especially from Abbatt_2011-039_1-12_361 to the end of the collection. Brightness/contrast settings are noted in README file. Scale: 65% reduction unless noted Metadata by MT
156. Letter from Jonathan Abbatt to Mary Dilworth (later Abbatt), April 23, 1855
- Title:
- Letter from Jonathan Abbatt to Mary Dilworth (later Abbatt), April 23, 1855
- Description:
- This letter is part of a series of courtship correspondence between Jonathan Abbatt and Mary Dilworth (later Abbatt). The Abbatt family was a Quaker family who lived in the towns and villages of Preston, Ribchester, and Garstang in Lancashire, England. The letters chronicle the courtship, discussions of faith, local events, shared sentiments, etc. Mary sometimes addressed as Polly in the letters. Please note that the months on the letters’ dates were added as numerical values rather than the month's name (e.g. 2 Mo = February). Jonathan welcomes Mary's last letter with more expressions of endearment towards him. He talks about his family trip to Manchester and also the progress of the work being done on the house they will move into. He also mentions that William Wood was at his last society meeting, and he and George and Ellen Glover asked about Mary and Mary Pickard.
- Subject:
- Quakers, Man-woman relationships, Quakers--Family relationships, Man-woman relationships--Religious aspects, Courtship, Marriage, Interpersonal relations, Families, and Faith
- Creator:
- Abbatt, Jonathan, 1829-1905
- Contributor:
- Abbatt, Mary, 1828-1901
- Language:
- eng
- Date Created:
- 1855-04-23
- Rights Statement:
- No Copyright - Non-Commercial Use Only
- License:
- Contact Special Collections and University Archives for access to the original. This material is made available on this site for research and private study only.
- Resource Type:
- http://purl.org/dc/dcmitype/Text
- Extent:
- 4 pages ; 17.1 x 22.8 cm
- Geographic Coverage:
- England--Staffordshire
- Coordinates:
- 52.8577, -2.03686
- Additional Physical Characteristics:
- Handwritten in black ink. Stamp on envelope.
- Physical Repository:
- University of Victoria (B.C.). Library
- Collection:
- Abbatt Family Collection
- Provider:
- University of Victoria (B.C.). Library
- Genre:
- envelopes, personal correspondence, correspondence, and letters (correspondence)
- Archival Item Identifier:
- Accession Number: 2011-039, File: 1.8
- Fonds Title:
- Abbatt family fonds
- Fonds Identifier:
- SC463
- Is_referenced_by:
- Special Collections Finding Aid: https://search.archives.uvic.ca/abbatt-family-fonds
- Date Digitized:
- 2023-11-07
- Technical Note:
- Scanned on EPSON 10000XL (600 dpi no correction) by MT Note: there was a lot of colour correction done (brightness/contrast), especially from Abbatt_2011-039_1-12_361 to the end of the collection. Brightness/contrast settings are noted in README file. Scale: 65% reduction unless noted Metadata by MT
157. Letter from Mary Dilworth (later Abbatt) to Jonathan Abbatt, April 25, 1855
- Title:
- Letter from Mary Dilworth (later Abbatt) to Jonathan Abbatt, April 25, 1855
- Description:
- This letter is part of a series of courtship correspondence between Jonathan Abbatt and Mary Dilworth (later Abbatt). The Abbatt family was a Quaker family who lived in the towns and villages of Preston, Ribchester, and Garstang in Lancashire, England. The letters chronicle the courtship, discussions of faith, local events, shared sentiments, etc. Mary sometimes addressed as Polly in the letters. Please note that the months on the letters’ dates were added as numerical values rather than the month's name (e.g. 2 Mo = February). Mary lets Jonathan know when she will be arriving in Preston. She asks if he will be free to meet her at the station, as she asked David but still hasn't heard back from him.
- Subject:
- Quakers, Marriage, Families, Man-woman relationships, Courtship, Faith, Interpersonal relations, Quakers--Family relationships, and Man-woman relationships--Religious aspects
- Creator:
- Abbatt, Mary, 1828-1901
- Contributor:
- Abbatt, Jonathan, 1829-1905
- Language:
- eng
- Date Created:
- 1855-04-25
- Rights Statement:
- No Copyright - Non-Commercial Use Only
- License:
- Contact Special Collections and University Archives for access to the original. This material is made available on this site for research and private study only.
- Resource Type:
- http://purl.org/dc/dcmitype/Text
- Extent:
- 2 pages ; 18.2 x 22.5 cm
- Geographic Coverage:
- England--Preston (Lancashire)
- Coordinates:
- 53.76282, -2.70452
- Additional Physical Characteristics:
- Handwritten in black ink. Stamp on envelope.
- Physical Repository:
- University of Victoria (B.C.). Library
- Collection:
- Abbatt Family Collection
- Provider:
- University of Victoria (B.C.). Library
- Genre:
- envelopes, letters (correspondence), personal correspondence, and correspondence
- Archival Item Identifier:
- Accession Number: 2011-039, File: 1.13
- Fonds Title:
- Abbatt family fonds
- Fonds Identifier:
- SC463
- Is_referenced_by:
- Special Collections Finding Aid: https://search.archives.uvic.ca/abbatt-family-fonds
- Date Digitized:
- 2023-12-19
- Technical Note:
- Scanned on EPSON 10000XL (600 dpi no correction) by MT Note: there was a lot of colour correction done (brightness/contrast), especially from Abbatt_2011-039_1-12_361 to the end of the collection. Brightness/contrast settings are noted in README file. Scale: 65% reduction unless noted Metadata by MT
158. Letter from Jonathan Abbatt to Mary Dilworth (later Abbatt), April 29, 1855
- Title:
- Letter from Jonathan Abbatt to Mary Dilworth (later Abbatt), April 29, 1855
- Description:
- This letter is part of a series of courtship correspondence between Jonathan Abbatt and Mary Dilworth (later Abbatt). The Abbatt family was a Quaker family who lived in the towns and villages of Preston, Ribchester, and Garstang in Lancashire, England. The letters chronicle the courtship, discussions of faith, local events, shared sentiments, etc. Mary sometimes addressed as Polly in the letters. Please note that the months on the letters’ dates were added as numerical values rather than the month's name (e.g. 2 Mo = February). Jonathan talks about how busy his business has been, and how the previous day he was serving customers until 1230am. He and his cousin David, went to see how the house was, and that the furniture should be moved in by the next day. He also wishes Mary a happy birthday, as his letter will probably reach her the next day.
- Subject:
- Man-woman relationships, Families, Man-woman relationships--Religious aspects, Quakers--Family relationships, Courtship, Quakers, Marriage, Faith, and Interpersonal relations
- Creator:
- Abbatt, Jonathan, 1829-1905
- Contributor:
- Abbatt, Mary, 1828-1901
- Language:
- eng
- Date Created:
- 1855-04-29
- Rights Statement:
- No Copyright - Non-Commercial Use Only
- License:
- Contact Special Collections and University Archives for access to the original. This material is made available on this site for research and private study only.
- Resource Type:
- http://purl.org/dc/dcmitype/Text
- Extent:
- 2 pages ; 18.4 x 22.9 cm
- Geographic Coverage:
- England--Garstang
- Coordinates:
- 53.90081, -2.77417
- Additional Physical Characteristics:
- Handwritten in black ink. Stamp on envelope.
- Physical Repository:
- University of Victoria (B.C.). Library
- Collection:
- Abbatt Family Collection
- Provider:
- University of Victoria (B.C.). Library
- Genre:
- correspondence, letters (correspondence), envelopes, and personal correspondence
- Archival Item Identifier:
- Accession Number: 2011-039, File: 1.8
- Fonds Title:
- Abbatt family fonds
- Fonds Identifier:
- SC463
- Is_referenced_by:
- Special Collections Finding Aid: https://search.archives.uvic.ca/abbatt-family-fonds
- Date Digitized:
- 2023-11-07
- Technical Note:
- Scanned on EPSON 10000XL (600 dpi no correction) by MT Note: there was a lot of colour correction done (brightness/contrast), especially from Abbatt_2011-039_1-12_361 to the end of the collection. Brightness/contrast settings are noted in README file. Scale: 65% reduction unless noted Metadata by MT
159. Letter from Jonathan Abbatt to Mary Dilworth (later Abbatt), May 06, 1855
- Title:
- Letter from Jonathan Abbatt to Mary Dilworth (later Abbatt), May 06, 1855
- Description:
- This letter is part of a series of courtship correspondence between Jonathan Abbatt and Mary Dilworth (later Abbatt). The Abbatt family was a Quaker family who lived in the towns and villages of Preston, Ribchester, and Garstang in Lancashire, England. The letters chronicle the courtship, discussions of faith, local events, shared sentiments, etc. Mary sometimes addressed as Polly in the letters. Please note that the months on the letters’ dates were added as numerical values rather than the month's name (e.g. 2 Mo = February). Jonathan thanks Mary for inviting his mother to visit, but she has to decline because his sister Jane will be visiting. He talks about how busy his shop is and that he made a profit of at least 7 pounds or more. He mentions about his friends asking him for any information on when they'll get married. He updates Mary on the state of he house so far with regards to carpets, curtains and furniture.
- Subject:
- Faith, Courtship, Quakers, Man-woman relationships--Religious aspects, Interpersonal relations, Marriage, Man-woman relationships, Families, and Quakers--Family relationships
- Creator:
- Abbatt, Jonathan, 1829-1905
- Contributor:
- Abbatt, Mary, 1828-1901
- Language:
- eng
- Date Created:
- 1855-05-06
- Rights Statement:
- No Copyright - Non-Commercial Use Only
- License:
- Contact Special Collections and University Archives for access to the original. This material is made available on this site for research and private study only.
- Resource Type:
- http://purl.org/dc/dcmitype/Text
- Extent:
- 4 pages ; 17.6 x 22.8 cm
- Geographic Coverage:
- England--Garstang
- Coordinates:
- 53.90081, -2.77417
- Additional Physical Characteristics:
- Handwritten in black ink. Stamp on envelope.
- Physical Repository:
- University of Victoria (B.C.). Library
- Collection:
- Abbatt Family Collection
- Provider:
- University of Victoria (B.C.). Library
- Genre:
- envelopes, letters (correspondence), correspondence, and personal correspondence
- Archival Item Identifier:
- Accession Number: 2011-039, File: 1.8
- Fonds Title:
- Abbatt family fonds
- Fonds Identifier:
- SC463
- Is_referenced_by:
- Special Collections Finding Aid: https://search.archives.uvic.ca/abbatt-family-fonds
- Date Digitized:
- 2023-11-09
- Technical Note:
- Scanned on EPSON 10000XL (600 dpi no correction) by MT Note: there was a lot of colour correction done (brightness/contrast), especially from Abbatt_2011-039_1-12_361 to the end of the collection. Brightness/contrast settings are noted in README file. Scale: 65% reduction unless noted Metadata by MT
160. Letter from Jonathan Abbatt to Mary Dilworth (later Abbatt), May 08, 1855
- Title:
- Letter from Jonathan Abbatt to Mary Dilworth (later Abbatt), May 08, 1855
- Description:
- This letter is part of a series of courtship correspondence between Jonathan Abbatt and Mary Dilworth (later Abbatt). The Abbatt family was a Quaker family who lived in the towns and villages of Preston, Ribchester, and Garstang in Lancashire, England. The letters chronicle the courtship, discussions of faith, local events, shared sentiments, etc. Mary sometimes addressed as Polly in the letters. Please note that the months on the letters’ dates were added as numerical values rather than the month's name (e.g. 2 Mo = February). Jonathan sends Mary pattern pieces from his sister, and thinks they should work well for future uses.
- Subject:
- Faith, Quakers, Families, Quakers--Family relationships, Courtship, Marriage, Interpersonal relations, Man-woman relationships, and Man-woman relationships--Religious aspects
- Creator:
- Abbatt, Jonathan, 1829-1905
- Contributor:
- Abbatt, Mary, 1828-1901
- Language:
- eng
- Date Created:
- 1855-05-08
- Rights Statement:
- No Copyright - Non-Commercial Use Only
- License:
- Contact Special Collections and University Archives for access to the original. This material is made available on this site for research and private study only.
- Resource Type:
- http://purl.org/dc/dcmitype/Text
- Extent:
- 2 pages ; 18.7 x 23.4 cm
- Geographic Coverage:
- England--Garstang
- Coordinates:
- 53.90081, -2.77417
- Additional Physical Characteristics:
- Handwritten in black ink. Stamp on envelope.
- Physical Repository:
- University of Victoria (B.C.). Library
- Collection:
- Abbatt Family Collection
- Provider:
- University of Victoria (B.C.). Library
- Genre:
- personal correspondence, correspondence, envelopes, and letters (correspondence)
- Archival Item Identifier:
- Accession Number: 2011-039, File: 1.8
- Fonds Title:
- Abbatt family fonds
- Fonds Identifier:
- SC463
- Is_referenced_by:
- Special Collections Finding Aid: https://search.archives.uvic.ca/abbatt-family-fonds
- Date Digitized:
- 2023-11-09
- Technical Note:
- Scanned on EPSON 10000XL (600 dpi no correction) by MT Note: there was a lot of colour correction done (brightness/contrast), especially from Abbatt_2011-039_1-12_361 to the end of the collection. Brightness/contrast settings are noted in README file. Scale: 65% reduction unless noted Metadata by MT