A. G. Smith wrote 9 letters to his sister, Mernie Smith Cone of Groton, Connecticut, while traveling to and living in Georgia and South Carolina from 1870-1871. Smith discussed his health and the health of his companion, "Sands," and reported on fellow Northerners, particularly in Aiken, South Carolina. He described his experiences on an Atlantic Ocean steamer from New York City to Savannah, Georgia, and on a river steamer from Savannah to Augusta, Georgia. He also mentioned aspects of Southern life such as the weather and food, recorded encounters with black Southerners, and noted white Southerners' attitude toward the United States government and, more specifically, northern politicians. See the Detailed Box and Folder Listing for more information.
A. G. Smith of Groton, Connecticut, traveled by steamer from New York City to Savannah, Georgia, in December 1870. He and his companion, "Sands," sought to restore their health in Savannah, Georgia; Augusta, Georgia; and Aiken, South Carolina. Smith and Sands were later joined by Smith's cousin, "Welcome." The group planned to return to Connecticut in March or April 1871, after traveling to Charleston, South Carolina.
