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Marcus Aurelius Bell family letters
Descriptive Summary | |
| Title: Marcus Aurelius Bell family letters | |
| Creator: Bell, Marcus Aurelius, -1885 | |
| Inclusive Dates: 1856-1882 | |
| Language(s): English | |
| Extent: 1 folder(s) | |
| Collection Number: ms1456 | |
| Repository: Hargrett Library | |
Collection Description
Historical Note
Marcus Aurelius Bell (d. 1885), son of pioneer Atlanta merchant James Bell, is best remembered as the builder of the Calico House. Bell was an Elbert County native who prospered well in Atlanta real estate and law.
Scope and Content
The collection consists of various letters of Marcus Aurelius Bell and his wife Mollie (Mary Jane Hulsey Bell). Although the letters are primarily of a personal and family nature, they also reflect well the sense of the times for both people. Bell's letter of 31 October 1857 to Mollie is particularly filled with Atlanta happenings including Willis Westmoreland's ball at the Trout House. Two envelopes and one postcard accompany the four letters.
Organization and Arrangement
Arranged in chronological order.
Administrative Information
Preferred Citation
Marcus Aurelius Bell family letters, ms 1456. Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.
Finding Aid Publication
Finding aid prepared on: 2014.