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This collection is made up of 11 love-letters that Leslie E. Sunderland wrote to his fiancée, Anna Julia Stowell, around 1879-1880. He commented primarily on his social activities and business affairs in DeKalb, Illinois.

This collection is made up of 11 love-letters that Leslie E. Sunderland wrote to his fiancée, Anna Julia Stowell, around 1879-1880. He commented primarily on his social activities and business affairs in DeKalb, Illinois. Stowell lived with her family in Cornwall, Vermont, while Sunderland worked in the Illinois coal and lumber industries. He commented on his travel plans, the possibility of visiting Anna, and his business difficulties (which presented obstacles to the couple's marriage). Sunderland shared his feelings for Anna and responded to news of her family, particularly her father. In later letters, he anticipated their marriage and mentioned his intention to mail Anna a ring.