The Mysterious Legacy
Catherine had such a boring life. She was 15 years old and her parents never let her do anything! She was forced to work in her home in Edenton, North Carolina. It was the year 1852 and children during those times were forced to do chores before and after school. At times, they also had to miss school during planting and harvesting season. Girls in those days usually completed the 6th grade and then stayed at home and helped around the house until they got married, but Catherine had other plans for her life. She had already completed 6th grade, but wanted to pursue a more advanced education. They don't offer school for girls past 6th grade in Edenton; therefore, she would have to leave and go live in Bath, North Carolina. She was working for a seamstress in town and saving up her money to further her education.