What is the best way to cite old family letters?

Question

I inherited many hundreds of family letters and photos. If I wish to cite a letter do I re-type the portion that pertains and add the date and to and from info, or do I scan in the whole letter or just part? Also, is there a genealogists norm as to what to include (like if deceased family member complains about another deceased family member)?  After a hundred years is it considered history or should it be edited out so as not to embarrass some other descendant?

Answer 1

Here is a link to a citation creator for letters. Fill in the blanks and the citation will be created. You can copy the citation and paste it in your sources.

http://www.easybib.com/mla-format/letter-citation