John Benjamin was born in England in 1823. In 1849, at the age of 26, he immigrated to America with the goal of seeking opportunities in the new world and improving the life of his family. During his immigration and eventual settlement in Hutchinson, Minnesota, John saved many personal letters that were written by and to him. These letters, the subject of this web site, bring to life his immigration and the life of others during this courageous adventure. The most recent letters posted on this sight are on this front page. To see all the earlier letters, keep pressing the “Older Posts” button on the bottom of this page. The earliest letter recorded here is June 20, 1849. The letters…………

August 28, 1864 Richard Jones-1850 to John Benjamin-1823

Chicago
August 28, 1864
Dear Uncle,
I write these few lines to you hoping they find you well as they leave me very well at present.  I am very glad to tell you that I have arrived here at my Uncle Edwin’s Monday morning the 22nd.   And am also very glad to tell you that I am very happy here now and I have began to work here in the mill with Uncle.
I called at Mr. Garner’s at Holywell and he send his best respects to you all.  I also called with Mr. E. Jones, watchmaker, and he also send his best wishes to you.   I went to Flint to Mr. Gleave and he and Mrs. Gleave send their best respects to you and all the family, and also father & mother and Harriet are very anxious to see you all and send their best wishes. 
And this in short with best love to you all .
From your affectionate nephew,
R.B. Jones

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