21st September, 1893

My dear Aunt,

The simple phrase "my condolences" does not come close to encompassing the way my heart goes out to you in this time of grief. Uncle Priam's loss is surely already felt throughout the family; rest assured that we are all here for you.

I know you are grieving in your own way, and will keep this brief: given Uncle Priam, Aunt Andromache, and our sweet Ellory will all find their final rest in the family crypt, I wonder if it mightn't be best to hold shared services for them. I worry that a quick repetion of the opera of mourning might simply be too much for some of our cousins. I would never go ahead without seeking your opinion; Arthur and Claudius, though, I think would be content with the arrangement. After all, men may be the head of a household, but this is a task left most often to the women of a family.

It pains me, of course, to be so businesslike at this time, but no amount of grieving will bring back those we have lost so abruptly. I am not well-versed enough in your club religion to know what words will bring you comfort, but I do most certainly wish it for you.

Yours in both affection and grief,
Evelyn

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21st September, 1893

Arthur,

How difficult it is to lose one's mother. Andromache was truly a model of grace and dignity, and she shall be greatly missed. Please do not worry about funery arrangements; the family will take them well in hand so that your household may focus on what is most important: the business of grieving. Please do let me know if there is anything I can do for you.

Your cousin,
Evelyn A.

— Arthur Pettigrew —

  

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My dear Evelyn,
Thank you for your note, I am not sure any words can truly express my current feelings. It feels like we have lost such a great deal this last week. Dear Ellory with her young family is a singular tragedy.

Thank you for taking the lead, I admit that the thought had not crossed my mind, as preoccupied as I have been with the children. I believe Priam would very much approve of your suggestion. Our church will hold a service of remembrance for Priam the day after the funeral, but I believe he would prefer that the more traditional funeral rights be observed - and indeed that he be solemnized with the other members of his family.

The undertaker will bring him home tomorrow - is the intention to hold the wake for all at the Fort?

Fondly,
Nephele

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September 22nd, 1893

Evelyn,

Thank you for organizing the funeral; we will be there. I am very sorry to hear about your sister.

Arthur

  

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