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Mary D. Freeman poses for a portrait wearing a large beaded cross over a white collar and dark dress.

Mary Devlin Booth writes a ten page letter to actress Emma Cushman reporting on Edwin's opening as Shylock; discussing his reviews in great detail; giving her opinion of the English; mentioning the child she is expecting; and sharing news of the…

A letter by Mary Devlin Booth to Emma Cushman shares news of Edwin's doings, their residence, her pregnancy, and other family matters.

Mary Devlin Booth corresponds with Emma Cushman regarding her health, exercise, her baby, their life in London, their cottage, her request for news of Boston, and other matters.

Mary Devlin Booth writes to Emma Cushman of news of the baby, a boat race, and Edwin Booth in Paris. Mary states that she "... heard Dickens read the other night and was most sadly disappointed he is certainly overrated."

Mary Devlin Booth shares in her letter to Emma Cushman extensive news about the baby, the theaters and recent performances. She writes that "Ristori, I expect will be here We were fortunate enough to see Le Maitre in his great role of Don Caesar."

Mary Devlin Booth writes an affectionate letter to her friend Emma Cushman mentioning the "constant wear and tear" of New York and Edwin playing Sir Edward Mortimer and Don Caesar.

Mary Devlin Booth's correspondence to Emma Cushman mentions a large party, concerns about her health, and Edwin going to Brooklyn to perform.

Mary Devlin Booth comments to Emma Cushman that: "Last night we went to see J. Wilkes B. for the first time. We were very much pleased by him, but he has a great deal to learn and unlearn."

Mary Elizabeth Black sits for a portrait wearing a white shawl. On verso: "Monticello - 1861."

Mary Ellen Hanks Baber holds her young son, Dexter, during a portrait session.

Mary Frances Coffin Skiff poses for a portrait wearing a white dress.