Lydia (Gilbert) Pleas (1812-1839), daughter of Josiah and Dorothy (Nixon) Gilbert and wife of Aaron L. Pleas (1805-1856), was an Orthodox Friend who died in Henry County, Ind. This collection consists of a letter written by her in 1839, along with a poem and reflections on her death compiled for her children by Aaron L. Pleas. Photocopy, gift, 2003.