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…………









Feb. 6, 1890 John Benjamin-1823 to Family


Roseland, LA

Feb. 6, 1890

Dear Ones at Home,

I received Winfred’s letter & Frank’s came about an hour ago.  We are very sorry to hear that Ma was so sick.  We hope that ere this reaches you that she is much better.   I hope that she will not expose herself to the cold so as to cause a relapse.   I know that Mattie will do all in her power to take care of her in our absence.  And Minnie too, I have no doubt, will do her part.   Do not let her worry any on our account at all as we are well and enjoying the beautiful weather.   It looks now likely to rain as it is thundering quite heavy. 

I hope that Frank will soon recover so as it will not be so hard for Winfred to do all the chores.   Now Janson is sick too. 

I trust the next time I hear from you all that you have recovered.  We have not had any cases of la grippe in the colony.    There was two young men here who said they had it but I doubt it very much.   Keep your courage all around.   Do not worry as this will only make matters worse for all. 

Write often as you can if only a line or two.  Love to all. 

Affectionately,
Father

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