Can someone help translate the attached letters of reference from Swedish to English? These are for
Can someone help translate the attached letters of reference from Swedish to English? These are for my GG grandmother who came to the U.S. sometime between 1869 and 1872. Thank you.
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The first one says
Maiden Anna Caroline Arvidsdotter has been in my service since April 24, 1863 and during this time demonstrated good behavior.... she is knowledgeable in cooking and cleaning.... and will be free October 24th this year and I give her the best recommendations. Stockholm August 12, 1869
The second one says
Anna Caroline Arvidsdatter has been in my service since April 24, 1868, and in October will, at her own request, vacate from this service. She is knowledgeable in cooking and when she has been growing yearly, willing and courteous, and has my best. Stockholm August 25, 1869. N. Kennar.
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Tanner, thank you so much for the translation of the letters. I do appreciate your quick response. Martha
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