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Letter, 2 September 1846

Letter from Margaret A. Y. Mercer, 11 Arniston Place, Newington, Edinburgh to John William Dawson, Pictou, Nova Scotia
Asks for his decision with regards to returning to Edinburgh. Remarks that she is very disappointed he has not yet returned. Describes her feelings about religion and modern science. Speaks of her friend Isabelea Mathew Galashiels marrying Mr. Hall, an architect.

Dawson, Margaret, Lady

Letter, 1 May 1846

Letter from Margaret A. Y. Mercer, 11 Arniston Place, Newington, Edinburgh to John William Dawson, Pictou, Nova Scotia
States that they have moved from Windmill Street to 11 Arniston Place. Remarks that this move marks a real epoch in her life. It was eighteen years since she came here and all her ideas and associations of home are concentrated on Windmill Street.

Dawson, Margaret, Lady

Letter, September 1845

Letter from Margaret A. Y. Mercer, 6 Windmill Street, Edinburgh, to John William Dawson, Pictou, Nova Scotia
Was in Glasgow for nine days. Describes the joyous experience of collecting wildflowers.

Dawson, Margaret, Lady

Letter, 2 September 1845

Letter from Margaret A. Y. Mercer, 6 Windmill Street, Edinburgh, to John William Dawson, Pictou, Nova Scotia
Speaks of an engagement to another man. Remarks that her religious feelings are not helped by her parents.

Dawson, Margaret, Lady

Letter, 2 July 1845

Letter from Margaret A. Y. Mercer, Haddington, Scotland, to John William Dawson, Pictou, Nova Scotia
Remarks that she is staying with a wealthy Christian family. Describes the excitement of visiting.

Dawson, Margaret, Lady

Letter, 3 February 1845

Letter from Margaret A. Y. Mercer, 6 Windmill Street, Edinburgh, to John William Dawson, Pictou, Nova Scotia
Discusses her humility and lack of confidence. Expresses uncertainty in her feelings and desires. Comments on having a humorous chat with her mother.

Dawson, Margaret, Lady

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