John A. F. Martin, Madison House, Richmond City, to Louisa Martin, 1853 December 12

Serving in House of Delegates. Governor Johnson's wife passed away in Harrison County and governor has not returned to Richmond. Boarding house room is $8 per week and is comfortable. Has already spent $53 on expenses. Asks whether she will come to Richmond at the close of the session to spend Christmas there. He had written her 4 letters but hasn't received any replies.