by Heather Rockwood, Communications Manager

Saying goodbye to those who are dear to us is always difficult. But maybe less so for letter writers who say goodbye at the end of their letters instead of in person. Here are a few of my favorite letter signoffs from the MHS collection and archives.

“yours affectionatly AA”

“We have no other news at present peculiarly worthy of communication, and I therefore close my letter with the assurance that I am with all due respect and affection, your Son. J. Q. Adams.”

“I have not time for more and I dare say you will think this quite enough from your most affectionate Mother
L. C. A.”