Anna Dickinson General Correspondence Stewart, Anna E. [1886-1887]Bingham House. [* [1886]*] Philadelphia 188 Dec 15th My dear Miss Dickinson As Thomas Carlyle wrote, June Welsh [,] he was hungering, and thirsting to know all about her. So am I to hear from you - I am afraid you are feeling badly - or, your dear mother is no better. Just to think I have not seen her for nearly a year. I saw Miss R - but she had not heard from you Well here I am at this house. Heaven knows how long I will stay. I have too many bosses, but I will try to stick it out as long.as I can - I have to work. Mrs. Patterson took me to see Barrett in Ohio of course you knew - Mr Gelatine is married and also the arrival of Henry S. Mrs Sheldon never came here - me - some one told me, she got all she or use of me now - she did not care - What is pleasant and comforts me - if you feel as if you want to write - You know I am always so pleased to hear from you - But I am blue and care to write - but very little - Hoping and trusting you are well Am yours Sincerely Anna E Stewart BINGHAM HOUSE. PHILADELPHIA 1886. Sat - Dec 18. My Dear Miss Dickinson How - delighted I was to hear from you this morning and I judge from your letter in good - spirits - I must admit what I read every once in, awhile - causes me to think. for all I never believe newspaper talk. yes, Mrs Sheldons sister surprised me - by calling inviting me to dine at her house 19. S. 16" St and then to see Barrett. she lives all alone. Her uncle is dead - Her mother is in Calafornia - she wasto have Stanley to Lucheon but he did not come - I feel Mrs S.'s treatment very much. For I have been censured very much for taking her part. But I stuck to her, till she left. Miss Berger, tells me she is much interested in W. Barrett- who she submits her new play - as well as I could understand Miss B - Miss B. has left V. and gone in furnished room on 25th St Do you hear of Mr Gelatine from what Mrs P- tells Mrs Sheldon has not heard from him for the longest time. She also has not heard from you. Mrs Slate told Miss Rich that you had been to the Victoria. I told her that was not true I _______________________________________________________ BINGHAM HOUSE. PHILADELPHIA 188 did not think. I dont - believe I shall stay here longer than my month. I feel very much like an upper servant as they say in England - It is a nice house, $2,50 or $3 00 a day I think, rather just what it should be for transient peoples or men Dont think you 'would' like it. But I was so Blue I did not care much thought it would be better than nothing. I sent Olga to Staunton Va. to school so I get a little relief from care - with her - of course there can be but one head in a house - About 6 here -Mr Rich saw K. F. and L.W. at Barrett’s. one night. Mrs Sheldons was in a bork, flowers - and great clapping of hands. Mrs P. took luncheon with Miss Eastlake at the St George - I have no good words for my self - I made such a mistake not to go to the St James last spring - am glad you are well - - write soon Yours Anna E St— I should write to Mr Starfield about my trunk - BINGHAM HOUSE. PHILADELPHIA 188 12-27-86- My dear Miss Dickinson Yuor letter from the Victoria at hand - I was lonesome on the 25"/, and called on mrs Patterson who should be there but Mrs S- The only excuse she could give that she had not been to see me - she thought I ought to know now- being she was writing and I should have been to see her. I could not help but feel she had made all the use of me she could - she is very intimate with the person who took my place . I was toldall together my visit was not pleasant. Will you get invitations to Mr. G's wedding He has never been to see her - she did not go to the reception. Dont know what to make of him, says she never heard but once from him while she was in Europe - he use to get letters from her. hope your Mother is better and glad your sister keeps well - Mrs. S says she heard from you about 6 weeks ago I think she looks thin she has been cheated in every direction- law suits. Mrs. Patterson calls her crazy . Let me hear from you soon. She has never seen Mrs. Starr . Everything seems queer. Hope you are well Yours Anna E. Stewart Bingham House Philadelphia 188 12.31.86 My Dear Miss Dickinson Now - Mind- I am a stupid woman. I was sure I had written you all the news. I did read your letter, and I could not find where you were sick any more -than usual - you poor dear I am so sorry - I know this is not 5th Ave, and the[y] change may do me good- and I am trying to make my self happy. I am simply staying from day to day. Will let you know when I change. will try so hard to put thewhile here if I can. Mrs. Sheldon says I am too proud -- she is still at Mt. Victoria _ I feel that she has treated me very unkindly and give no excuse but I should have come to see her. L.W. is a nice party. She offered to send me a pass to Boston and she never wrote me a line since. M. M. Stanfield -- No changes there just the same house crowded all the time. Not one present. And passed a very miserable xmas. Hope you had a pleasant time and especially that you Dear mama is better so your dear little mind will get BINGHAM HOUSE. PHILADELPHIA 188 a rest. Dont you come to Phila not even fro a few days - Hope you will be all right soon again. Mrs Sheldon is or looks as usual - what about your play-writer Love again Yours sincerely Anna E. Stewart The Stockton Hotel, Cape May, N.J. Will open for the reception of guests June 30, 1887. This Hotel is unsurpassed by any building upon the Atlantic coast in its appointments for the comfort and pleasure of its patrons. It is situated close to the Beach, and the bathing is acknowledged to be the finest in the world. The high standard of Excellence established last season will be maintained in every department of the House during the season of 1887. Hassler's celebrated Orchestra, under the personal direction of Prof. Simon Hassler, has been engaged. Balls, Germans, and Children's Hops, will be given at frequent intervals. The Sailing and Fishing Fleet, will insure ample accommodation for Sailing or Fishing, either in the quiet waters of the Inlet or on the Ocean. Rooms may be engaged previous to the opening by person or written application at the Piano Warerooms of Messers Owen & Simpson, 1117 Chestnut Street. Henry Clair, Proprietor. Recently Lessee of Grand Union Hotel, Saratoga Springs, and the Metropolitan and Park Ave. Hotels, New York City.June 20th My Dear Miss Dickinson How much I regret to hear of your sister's illness I sent her a circular to let her know what had become of me and had intended to write. I have been in Phila for 3 weeks. and have just receved your letter. I wish I could be with her and do some little act to please her, and makeher feel better Give her my love and please let me know if she should make any changes and how she is improv Were so pleased that you have let me know. I shall be here for this summer yrs Anna E. StewatStockton Hotel Cape May, N.J. Henry Clair, Prop. 6.29.87 My Dear Miss Dickinson Am so glad that I heard from you, and that you were feeling at least a little better. Your sister was so good to let me know. For I expect she has her hands full. I would have written you oftener last Winter, but I was so blue and discouragedI had not the heart to write any one. I saw Miss Rich, and would alwys expect she could tell me a little something about you. I saw Mrs. [Pat??son?] and she gave me to understand more when people asked for her sister, she knew not of any thing about her. I hate to tell any slander, but I know you will forgive me, but there was a very, or many such reports about Mrs. Sheldon in Boston, and Mr. Barrett, I can hardly credit what has been said It was she who was trying to sell your play I wrote you about it but supposed it was understood, and with your permission - R. Mansfield [give] gave Harry Stanfield, a good punch in both his eyes--That is the way he would [save?] me and will send me a lovely letter of apology I do so much wish I could see you _ and wish I could do something for you to makeyou feel a little bit happy. Hope you will get strong so you can leave that part of the country. Hope your mother is better. Olga has left Staunton and is now is Washington with her Grandma. Fraulein Rilky B- was very much surprised at Mrs. Sheldons conduct Take good care of yourself and trust I shall hear you are ever so much better - Thanks again to your sister Am yours Sincerely Anna E. Stewat