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Dolley Madison, Alass, Alass

Posted on September 26, 2023 by Feather Foster

The Quaker Girl Dolley Payne (1768-1849) was born into a family who had converted to the Quaker religion. Like many who “choose” their faith, her father was strict in his observances. Dolley wore the Quaker gray gowns and bonnets, no … Continue reading →

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Dolley Madison in Plain Clothes

Posted on January 20, 2014 by Feather Schwartz Foster

For the first twenty-five years of her life, Dolley Payne Todd Madison wore Quaker gray gowns and bonnets. Dolley:  A Strict Upbringing Dolley Payne (1768-1849) was born and raised into a strict Quaker family.  Her father, John Payne, was a … Continue reading →

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