Post Reply 
Newton Strong and Matilda Edwards
06-19-2018, 11:25 PM
Post: #1
Newton Strong and Matilda Edwards
This 1952 article in Pennsylvania History tells the story of Newton Strong and his bride Matilda Edwards, claimed by some to have been a rival with Mary Todd for Lincoln's affections.

https://journals.psu.edu/phj/article/view/22207
Visit this user's website Find all posts by this user
Quote this message in a reply
06-20-2018, 05:19 AM
Post: #2
RE: Newton Strong and Matilda Edwards
That is a wonderful article, Susan. Thanks for posting. When I think of Matilda Edwards I tend to think of what numerous authors have written...that a high percentage of Springfield's young men were seeking her hand in marriage. I once read she turned down 18 marriage proposals.

The article mentions that William E. Barton described her as "tall, willowy and a blond." That is the first time I think I have ever read such a description of her. Does anyone know Barton's source for this?
Find all posts by this user
Quote this message in a reply
Post Reply 


Forum Jump:


User(s) browsing this thread: 1 Guest(s)