Passionate Abolitionist and
Witness to the American Civil War
Here are two pages from a historical collection of photos of the town of Eastwood near the family rope walks. (Written by Mrs Elsie Machin, mother of one of the Ambassadors.)
Also reflects the family’s strong religious faith as reflected in attitude to death. Speaks of son Charles working as carpenter.
Then, as now, vendors recognize the influence of giving presents to the family of the buyers!